The Ball at the Anjo House
Originally released in 1947. The Ball at the Anjo House is a drama film. directed by Kozaburo Yoshimura. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Setsuko Hara, Yumeko Aizome, and Osamu Takizawa
Synopsis
After Japan's defeat in the war, the Anjo family lose their peerage and wealth. Since their mansion is due to pass into the hands of a creditor, the family holds one last ball before leaving.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (18 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Setsuko Hara
as Atsuko Anjo
Yumeko Aizome
as Akiko Anjo
Osamu Takizawa
as Tadahiko Anjo
Masayuki Mori
as Masahiko Anjo
Masao Shimizu
as Ryûzaburô Shinkawa
Takashi Kanda
as Tooyama
Akemi Sora
as Kiku, maid
Chieko Murata
as Chiyo, Tadahiko's girlfriend
Taiji Tonoyama
as Yoshida
Keiko Tsushima
as Yôko Shinkawa
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ball at the Anjo House about?
After Japan's defeat in the war, the Anjo family lose their peerage and wealth. Since their mansion is due to pass into the hands of a creditor, the family holds one last ball before leaving.
Who directed The Ball at the Anjo House?
The Ball at the Anjo House was directed by Kozaburo Yoshimura.
How long is The Ball at the Anjo House?
The Ball at the Anjo House has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Ball at the Anjo House released?
The Ball at the Anjo House was released on September 27, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ball at the Anjo House?
The main cast of The Ball at the Anjo House includes Setsuko Hara, Yumeko Aizome, Osamu Takizawa, Masayuki Mori, Masao Shimizu.