Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka
Originally released in 1959. Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka is a romance film. directed by Tomu Uchida.
Starring Kinnosuke Nakamura, Ineko Arima, and Kinuyo Tanaka
Synopsis
Chubei, the adopted son of an Osaka courier, falls desperately in love with the courtesan Umegawa. To prevent a wealthy client from purchasing her, he steals money from his employer to buy her freedom himself. Now hunted criminals, the lovers flee toward Yamato, pursued by the law.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 13, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka about?
Chubei, the adopted son of an Osaka courier, falls desperately in love with the courtesan Umegawa. To prevent a wealthy client from purchasing her, he steals money from his employer to buy her free...
Who directed Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka?
Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka was directed by Tomu Uchida.
How long is Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka?
Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka released?
Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka was released on September 13, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka?
The main cast of Chikamatsu's Love in Osaka includes Kinnosuke Nakamura, Ineko Arima, Kinuyo Tanaka, Keiko Yukishiro, Hiromi Hanazono.