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The Teahouse of the August Moon

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The Teahouse of the August Moon (1956)

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Reviews Counted: 5 Fresh: 4  Rotten:1 Average Rating: 5.9/10

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Runtime: 2 hrs 4 mins

Synopsis: This adaptation of the popular stage play takes place after the end of World War II, in Okinawa, Japan. The plot concerns Army Capt. Fisby, who has been assigned to introduce the benefits of democracy and trade to a small town. His task proves difficult, for the villagers have deeply rooted... This adaptation of the popular stage play takes place after the end of World War II, in Okinawa, Japan. The plot concerns Army Capt. Fisby, who has been assigned to introduce the benefits of democracy and trade to a small town. His task proves difficult, for the villagers have deeply rooted traditions that they wish to uphold. Can Fisby find a way to "Americanize" the town? [More]

Genre: Comedies

Starring: Marlon Brando, Glenn Ford, Machiko Kyō, Eddie Albert, Paul Ford

Director: Daniel Mann
Producer: Jack Cummings
Composer: Saul Chaplin

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Aug 22, 1990

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Offbeat Brando role is main reason to see this funny service comedy.

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The soft comedy was too much like TV sitcom fare to create much of a fuss.

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