The Makioka Sisters (1983)

Cast

• Keiko Kishi - Tsuruko Makioka
• Yoshiko Sakuma - Sachiko Makioka
• Sayuri Yoshinaga - Yukiko Makioka
• Yuko Kotegawa - Taeko Makioka
• Koji Ishizaka - Teinosuke
• Toshiyuki Hosokawa - Hashidera
• Ittoku Kishibe - Itakura
• Jūzō Itami - Tatsuo
• Takenori Emoto - Higashiya
• Jun Hamamura - Otokichi

Screenplay

• Shinya Hidaka
• Junichirō Tanizaki (Novel)
• Kon Ichikawa

Themes

Powerful Sisterhood Stories, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal

Keywords

based on novel or book, family relationships, slice of life, osaka, japan, marriage broker, sisterhood, pre-war, noble family, relationships, spring cherry blossoms, sisters, shōwa era (1926-89), ryōtei, four sisters

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Makioka Sisters about?

This sensuously beautiful film chronicles the activities of four sisters who gather in Kyoto every year to view the cherry blossoms. It paints a vivid portrait of the pre-war lifestyle of the wealthy Makioka family from Osaka, and draws a parallel between their activities and the seasonal variations in Japan.

Who directed The Makioka Sisters?

The Makioka Sisters was directed by Kon Ichikawa.

Who stars in The Makioka Sisters?

The Makioka Sisters stars Keiko Kishi, Yoshiko Sakuma, Sayuri Yoshinaga, Yuko Kotegawa, Koji Ishizaka, Toshiyuki Hosokawa.

How long is The Makioka Sisters?

The Makioka Sisters has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).

What genre is The Makioka Sisters?

The Makioka Sisters is a Drama, Romance film.

Where was The Makioka Sisters produced?

The Makioka Sisters was produced in Japan.

What are the themes of The Makioka Sisters?

The themes of The Makioka Sisters include: Powerful Sisterhood Stories, Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal.