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The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum

A young man, the adopted son of a famous actor, seeks comfort and companionship from his infant brother's wet nurse, who eventually sacrifices her own life for the sake of her beloved's success.

In 1888 Tokyo, Kikunosuke Onoue, an actor's adoptive son, learns he's praised solely because of his family ties, with the troupe secretly criticizing his acting.

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Info about The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum

Studio(s): Shochiku

Originally Released: United States, Oct 13, 1939

Production Country: Japan

Genres:Drama, Romance