Plot — What is Late Chrysanthemums about?
What is the life of a Geisha like once her beauty has faded and she has retired? Kin has saved, and become a wealthy money-lender, spending her days coldly collecting debts. Even her best friends, fellow Geisha Tomi, Nobu, and Tamae, are now indebted to her. For all of them, the glamour of their young lives has passed; Tomi and Tamae have disappointing children. Kin has two former lovers who still pursue her; one she wants to see, and the other she doesn't. But even the one she remembers fondly, when he shows up, proves less than satisfactory.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1954 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 101 min |
| Audience Score | 72% (7.2/10, 38 votes) |
Late Chrysanthemums — FAQ
Is Late Chrysanthemums worth watching? Late Chrysanthemums holds a 7.2/10 rating from 38 viewers. What is the life of a Geisha like once her beauty has faded and she has retired? Kin has saved, and become a wealthy money-lender, spending her days coldly collecting debts. Even her best friends, fellow Geisha Tomi, Nob
Who directed Late Chrysanthemums? Directed by Mikio Naruse.
Who is in the cast of Late Chrysanthemums? It stars Haruko Sugimura, Sadako Sawamura, Chikako Hosokawa, Yūko Mochizuki, Ken Uehara, Hiroshi Koizumi and more.
Where can I stream Late Chrysanthemums? You can stream Late Chrysanthemums on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Late Chrysanthemums release? It released in 1954.
