The Love of Sumako the Actress

The Love of Sumako the Actress (1947)

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Summary: The stage director Shimamura, who is bringing western theater to Japan, falls in love with the outspoken actress Sumako Matsui, and leaves his family to be with her, while trying to keep his Art Theatre solvent. (imdb)

AKA: Joyû Sumako no koi

Genre: Drama

Country: Japan

Directed By: Kenji Mizoguchi

Written By: Yoshikata Yoda, Hideo Nagata

Starring: Chieko Higashiyama, Sô Yamamura, Kinuyo Tanaka, Sugisaku Aoyama, Kyoko Asagiri, Teruko Kishi

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It has a certain elegance, and a great performance by Kinuyo Tanaka. But I was fairly underwhelmed, and had hoped for better. I know it's based on a true story, but I didn't find it nearly as compelling as Mizoguchi at his best.

Average Tier 6.33 from 12 Rankings