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It Was a Faint Dream

Not Rated Drama

Starring: Janet Hatta, Shin Kishida, Minori Terada, Chisako Hara, Kotobuki Hananomoto

Writer: Makoto Ōoka

Release Date:
October 26, 1974
Ratings:
5.3 / 10
Director:
Akio Jissoji
Companies:
Art Theatre Guild

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.