Overview
Set in 900AD and tells the story of a famous female writer of the time, Murasaki Shikibu. Her story begins from the death of her husband, a Japanese noble, then moves on to her recruitment to train the Prince's young 'wives in waiting'. It is dotted throughout and actually composed mainly of one of the fictional stories she wrote, the tale of Genji. Genji is a rich playboy who falls in love and has a son to his stepmother. He falls in love often and has many wives whom are all completely subservient to him.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Love of a Thousand Years - Story of Genji?
Love of a Thousand Years - Story of Genji was directed by Tonkô Horikawa.
Where was Love of a Thousand Years - Story of Genji produced?
It was produced by companies including Asahi Broadcasting Corporation in Japan.
Love of a Thousand Years - Story of Genji Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Love of a Thousand Years - Story of Genji wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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