Movie Description

金閣寺

(1976)

Overview

The story takes place during the end of the Pacific War and the aftermath period and it focuses on Mizoguchi, who is the son of a Buddhist Priest. When his father dies, he’s sent to the Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto. Mizoguchi is physically unattractive and becomes, in some way, jealous of the beautiful Temple that he loves so much.

Cast

Facts

Original Title金閣寺

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1976-07-17

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 50m

Production CompaniesArt Theatre Guild,Takabayashi Yoichi Production,Eizo Kyoto Film Co.

Genres

  • Drama