The Lady of Musashino

1951Movie1 h 28 min

76
GreatGoodWatch score
76
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

In post-war Japan, Michiko, a disillusioned young woman trapped in a loveless marriage, confides in her younger cousin, Tsutomo, and the two become close, but decide not to consummate their affair.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, warmth or scares.

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Directed by
Kenji Mizoguchi
Produced by
Hideo Koi

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Facts

September 14, 1951 · 1 h 28 min · Drama

Released
September 14, 1951
Runtime
1 h 28 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
131 countries

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Where can I stream The Lady of Musashino?

In the United States, The Lady of Musashino is free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Lady of Musashino worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76 (IMDb 7.2).

Is The Lady of Musashino plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Lady of Musashino good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Lady of Musashino in English?

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No, it was made in Japanese.