It Was a Faint Dream (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1974, It Was a Faint Dream is a drama film directed by Akio Jissoji, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in 13th century Kyoto, where the Imperial court is under control of the clergy. Shijo was a peasant girl sold to a powerful daima as a concubine. Bored by her life in seclusion she starts an affair with State Councillor and the brother of a retired Emperor. Realising that she is only a plaything of the court, she becomes a nun and wanders the country.
Who’s in it. It Was a Faint Dream stars Janet Hatta, Shin Kishida, Minori Terada and Chisako Hara.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, It Was a Faint Dream has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch It Was a Faint Dream page.
If you liked it. Fans of It Was a Faint Dream tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch It Was a Faint Dream (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for It Was a Faint Dream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is It Was a Faint Dream worth watching?
- It Was a Faint Dream holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in It Was a Faint Dream?
- It Was a Faint Dream stars Janet Hatta, Shin Kishida, Minori Terada and Chisako Hara.
- When was It Was a Faint Dream released?
- It Was a Faint Dream was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.