Memoirs of a Geisha

Memoirs of a Geisha

2005-12-06 2h 26m PG-13
Drama Romance History
7.7
User Score
3267 votes

"A story like mine has never been told."

Overview

In the years before World War II, a penniless Japanese child is torn from her family to work as a maid in a geisha house.

Rob Marshall

Director

Robin Swicord

Writer

Top Billed Cast

Movie Details

Status

Released

Original Language

en

Budget

$85,000,000

Revenue

$162,242,962

Runtime

2h 26m

Release Date

2005-12-06

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Reviews

Alunauwie

Alunauwie

2025-09-29T01:05:47.937Z

Memoirs of a Geisha, adapted from Arthur Golden’s 1997 novel, presents a visually stunning journey of Chiyo, a young girl navigating love, loss, and identity within the mysterious world of geishas. Despite criticism over casting and a slow narrative pace, the film captivates with its rich cinematography, authentic cultural elements, and powerful performances—earning it three Academy Awards. While some narrative gaps remain, especially around Chiyo’s storytelling frame, the film still leaves a lasting emotional impression. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)