The Geisha House (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1999, The Geisha House is a drama film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the late 1950s, when geisha culture was threatened by moral crusades, it tells the story of Omocha (Miyamoto Maki), a young girl who sees the geisha life as a way to lift her poverty-stricken family from their hand-to-mouth existence. Through her eyes, we see the protocols and complex financial relationships which dictate the running of the geisha house. Fukasaku's film is a work of great delicacy with moments of hypnotic beauty, and his tender direction, often touched with a sense of wonder, fills the screen with lovingly constructed scenes. At its heart is the poignant situation of the women who must sacrifice their normal relationships to live an ambiguous life in which they are a key part of society while being kept, for the most part, on its periphery, like perpetual mistresses.
Who’s in it. The Geisha House stars Maki Miyamoto as Tokiko aka Omocha, Sumiko Fuji as Satoe, Mai Kitajima as Somemaru and Masahiko Tsugawa as Yoshikawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Geisha House has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Geisha House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Geisha House tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Geisha House (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Geisha House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Geisha House worth watching?
- The Geisha House holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Geisha House?
- The Geisha House stars Maki Miyamoto, Sumiko Fuji, Mai Kitajima, Masahiko Tsugawa and Kaho Minami.
- When was The Geisha House released?
- The Geisha House was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.