Well I have a lot of favorite movies. Its kinda funny that this is today's challenge question since it was one of my 5 questions about me today too.
I'll go with Memoirs of a Geisha.
Let me first say that I like the book so much more then the movie however the movie is still one of my favorites.
Why is it my favorite? I have always had a fascination with the old world Japanese cultures, more so the Geisha life style. While the book/movie is not a true story, it is based on true information. In 1929 an impoverished nine-year-old named Chiyo from a fishing village is sold to a geisha house in Kyoto's Gion district and subjected to cruel treatment from the owners and the head geisha Hatsumomo. Her stunning beauty attracts the vindictive jealousy of Hatsumomo, until she is rescued by and taken under the wing of Hatsumomo's bitter rival, Mameha. Under Mameha's mentorship, Chiyo becomes the geisha named Sayuri, trained in all the artistic and social skills a geisha must master in order to survive in her society. As a renowned geisha she enters a society of wealth, privilege, and political intrigue. As World War II looms Japan and the geisha's world are forever changed by the onslaught of history.
Someday I hope to be able to go on a vacation to Kyoto, Japan. They still train young girls to be Geisha and do all the traditional things that Geishas used to do. Such a mysterious life. I'd love to see it first hand.
Real life Gaisha
Their kimono (and the rest of their clothing) are just amazing. The colors, designs, etc. Amazing!!
If you havent seen the movie or read the book and have any interest in history (even if the book/movie isnt a true story) I suggest picking one or the other up. (More so the book then the movie :) )
Oh em gee its been days since an update! Like you have been busy or something! Puh! Waiting impatiently for an update! :p
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