
The Tale of Genji
Directed by Gisaburō Sugii
Produced by The Asahi Shimbun, Group TAC
A melancholic, visually refined meditation on desire and the search for meaning through romantic pursuit in Heian-era Japan.
Genji, the son of the emperor, is the talk of the Kyoto nobility for his charm and good looks, yet he cannot stop himself from pursuing an unobtainable object of desire: his father's young and beautiful bride. Following the tragic consequences of his obsession, Genji wanders from one affair to another, always seeking some sort of completion to his life.
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Is The Tale of Genji sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is The Tale of Genji scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Does The Tale of Genji end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is The Tale of Genji violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is The Tale of Genji easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Tale of Genji
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Tale of Genji
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Like The Tale of Genji, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Tale of Genji, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































