Movie
Pacific Overtures
“Stephen Sondheim's kabuki retelling of the opening of Japan to the West.”
9.0/10
1976
2h 20m
en
Music
Overview
In 1853 Japan, the story follows the Westernization of Japan, mainly through the story of Kayama, a samurai, and Manjiro, a fisherman. The lives of both men are radically changed by the coming of American ships to Japan.
Director
Marty Pasetta, Hal Prince
Writers
Stephen Sondheim, John Weidman
Movie Information
Release Date
September 6, 1976
Runtime
2h 20m
Status
Released
Original Language
en
Vote Count
1
Production
Pacific Overtures Co.
