The Idiot

Year: 1951

Runtime: 166 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Akira Kurosawa

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After a stint in an Okinawan asylum, Kameda journeys to Hokkaido, where he becomes entangled with two women, Taeko and Ayako. Taeko falls for Kameda, while Akama, another suitor, loves her. Realizing he cannot win Taeko, Akama’s jealousy drives him toward murder, leading to a tragic climax.

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