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The Ladder of Success (1958)

Movie ★ 7.0 121 min

Drama

A biting portrait of the world of classical Japanese dance: an ambitious young woman (Wakao Ayako) shoves aside her mentor (Kyo Machiko) on her way to the top.

Kōzaburō Yoshimura Director Kaneto Shindō Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 15, 1958
Runtime
121 min
IMDb
tt0328682
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Cast

Machiko Kyō Machiko Kyō Ayako Wakao Ayako Wakao Jun Negami Jun Negami Eiji Funakoshi Eiji Funakoshi Kenji Sugawara Kenji Sugawara Michiko Ono Michiko Ono Chikako Kaga Yuko Yashio Yuko Yashio

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Ladder of Success about?
A biting portrait of the world of classical Japanese dance: an ambitious young woman (Wakao Ayako) shoves aside her mentor (Kyo Machiko) on her way to the top.
Who directed The Ladder of Success?
The Ladder of Success was directed by Kōzaburō Yoshimura.
Who stars in The Ladder of Success?
The Ladder of Success stars Machiko Kyō, Ayako Wakao, Jun Negami, Eiji Funakoshi.
When was The Ladder of Success released?
The Ladder of Success is a 1958 drama film.
Where can I watch The Ladder of Success?
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