Film
It Was a Faint Dream
Japan- Director
- Akio Jissoji
- Year
- 1974
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.
Top cast
Directed by
Akio Jissoji
Written by
Makoto Ōoka
Produced by
Akira Tojo