
1959 Japanese movie
Directed by Teinosuke Kinugasa, Jōen leans on a strong ensemble — Fujiko Yamamoto, Shintarō Katsu, Eiji Funakoshi — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 1959.
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