Ginza Cosmetics (1951) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Ginza Cosmetics (1951) — A few days in the life of a quiet geisha, single mother of a smart Streaming on Criterion Channel.
Ginza Cosmetics (1951) Storyline
A few days in the life of a quiet geisha, single mother of a smart young boy, in the lively Tokyo quarter of Ginza. A woman devoted to others' needs, she'll end by taking part herself in one of the many disguises of Ginza.
Full Cast & Crew
- Kinuyo Tanaka as Yukiko Tsuji
- Ranko Hanai as Shizue Sayama
- Yūji Hori as Kyosuke Iwagawa
- Kyōko Kagawa as Kyôko
- Eijirō Yanagi as Seikichi Kineya
- Eijirō Tōno as Hyôbei Sugano
- Yoshihiro Nishikubo as Haruo
- Haruo Tanaka as Gonroku Shirai
- Yoshio Kosugi as Eijirô Kasai
- Masao Mishima as Tasuzô Fujimura
- Tamae Kiyokawa as Saku Kineya
- Yoko Haruyama as Yumiko
- Kiyoko Tsuji as Sachiko - madame
- Kikuko Hanaoka
- Shigeru Ogura as Chûya Sakurai
Why Watch Ginza Cosmetics?
The Vibe: Ginza Cosmetics is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1951. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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