The Story of a Geisha(1977)
In the year 1873, a Japanese woman is sold as a mistress to an American diplomat stationed in Japan.
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In the year 1873, a Japanese woman is sold as a mistress to an American diplomat stationed in Japan.
Release Date
1977-08-27
Average
7
Rating:
3.5 startsTagline
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日本語
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