The Blue Pearl
Originally released in 1951. The Blue Pearl is a drama/romance film. directed by Ishirō Honda.
Starring Ryō Ikebe, Yukiko Shimazaki, and Yuriko Hamada
Synopsis
The Blue Pearl depicts the interplay between a young man from Tokyo and two ama (pearl divers; literally “women of the sea”) in a superstitious coastal town. Though raised within the same tradition-bound crucible, the two women – Noe and Riu – are portrayed as diametric opposites; the former meek but affectionate, the latter strong-willed but jaded by a tryst with metropolitan life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 3, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Blue Pearl about?
The Blue Pearl depicts the interplay between a young man from Tokyo and two ama (pearl divers; literally “women of the sea”) in a superstitious coastal town. Though raised within the same tradi...
Who directed The Blue Pearl?
The Blue Pearl was directed by Ishirō Honda.
How long is The Blue Pearl?
The Blue Pearl has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Blue Pearl released?
The Blue Pearl was released on August 3, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Blue Pearl?
The main cast of The Blue Pearl includes Ryō Ikebe, Yukiko Shimazaki, Yuriko Hamada, Takashi Shimura, Reizaburo Yamamoto.