It Was a Faint Dream

Overview

Set in 13th century Kyoto, where the Imperial court is under control of the clergy. Shijo was a peasant girl sold to a powerful daima as a concubine. Bored by her life in seclusion she starts an affair with State Councillor and the brother of a retired Emperor. Realising that she is only a plaything of the court, she becomes a nun and wanders the country.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

October 26, 1974

Original language

Japanese

Spoken languages

japanese

Countries

Japan

Production

Art Theatre Guild

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0210544