Question 1

What is the central conflict that drives the plot of 'A Story from Chikamatsu'?

Accepted Answer

The wife of a 17th century Kyoto scroll-maker is falsely accused of having an affair with his best employee, leading them to flee the city and fall for each other.

Question 2

Which major international film festival featured 'A Story from Chikamatsu' in 1955?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Cannes Film Festival in 1955.

Question 3

What unique challenge did actress Kyôko Kagawa face while preparing for her role in the film?

Accepted Answer

Kagawa had to adopt and learn the Kansai accent in one week, with coaching from actress Chieko Naniwa.

Question 4

How did director Kenji Mizoguchi change the casting for the main female roles at the last minute?

Accepted Answer

Mizoguchi switched the roles: Kyôko Kagawa was originally to play Otama and Yôko Minamida was to play Osan, but they ended up playing the opposite roles.

Question 5

What classic Japanese author's work is 'A Story from Chikamatsu' based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on a play by the classic Japanese author Monzaemon Chikamatsu (1653-1725), with the original title meaning 'A Tale From Chikamatsu'.

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