Overview
The stage director Shimamura, who is bringing western theatre to Japan, falls in love with the outspoken actress Sumako Matsui, and leaves his family to be with her, while trying to keep his Art Theatre solvent.
| Actor | Age then | Age now | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 37 | March 21, 1977 (67) | |
 | 37 | May 26, 2000 (90) | |
 | 43 | August 20, 2001 (97) | |
 | 56 | May 8, 1980 (89) | |
 | 26 | May 28, 1999 (78) | |
 | 39 | September 8, 1994 (86) | |
 | 42 | May 10, 1990 (85) | |
 | 38 | April 23, 1988 (79) | |
| 58 | December 26, 1956 (67) | |
| 35 | November 1, 2003 (91) |