Memoirs of a Geisha (2005)
PG-13 | 2h 25min | Drama, Romance
Stars: Ziyi Zhang, Ken Watanabe,
Michelle Yeoh
I’ve always enjoyed romance films and this one is
unique. One life touches so many
others. The movie brings out how
circumstances shape our lives much of which is totally out of our control. What remains true is the portion we can
control -- our own dreams and efforts and character we display in our dealings
with others. I’m always fascinated with other cultures and
periods of the past made into film for us to enjoy. Without these story tellers and talented actors
and directors etc. most people would never know of these other cultures and
periods of history. I hope you enjoy it
and thanks to all who had part in making this film.
A few quotes I enjoyed:
Mameha: [explaining sex to
Sayuri]
Every once in a while, a man's "eel" likes to visit a woman's...
"cave."
Sayuri: Yes,
I know.
Mameha: You
do?
Sayuri: I
live with Hatsumomo. (another Geisha who is promiscuous)
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Geisha
in Green: Mr. Chairman, shouldn't we hurry? We will miss the beginning.
Chairman:
We see the spring dances every year, we can spare a moment. What's your name?
Don't be afraid to look at me. Do you like sweet plum or cherry?
Chiyo:
You mean... to eat?!
Chairman:
I like sweet plum myself. Come. None of us find as much kindness in this life,
as we should. My children wait for these every spring.
[hands her the ice and spoon]
Chiyo:
[looks at geisha by the tree, smears some of the cherry ice on her lips] Now
I'm a geisha too.
Chairman:
[laughs] And so you are. How did you come by such surprising eyes?
Chiyo:
My mother gave them to me.
Chairman:
Generous of her, wasn't it?
Chiyo:
As you have been to me.
Chairman:
Smile for me, won't you?
[Chiyo smiles for him]
Chairman:
There now, that is your gift to me.
