Miniature (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1953, Miniature is a drama film directed by Kaneto Shindō, running about 131 minutes.
What it’s about. Ginko, a poor cobbler's daughter, becomes a geisha to support her family. She passes from one geisha house to the next, trying to find love and hope in the process. No matter how hard she tries, she just can't escape her sad fate.
Who’s in it. Miniature stars Nobuko Otowa as Ginko, Sumiko Hidaka as Somefuku, Isuzu Yamada as Tamiko and Sō Yamamura as Wakabayashi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Miniature sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Miniature page.
If you liked it. Fans of Miniature tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Miniature (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Miniature change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Miniature worth watching?
- Miniature holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Miniature?
- Miniature stars Nobuko Otowa, Sumiko Hidaka, Isuzu Yamada, Sō Yamamura and Jūkichi Uno.
- When was Miniature released?
- Miniature was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 131 minutes.