The Bad Sleep Well

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In this loose adaptation of "Hamlet," illegitimate son Kôichi Nishi climbs to a high position within a Japanese corporation and marries the crippled daughter of company vice president Iwabuchi. At the reception, the wedding cake is a replica of their corporate headquarters, but an aspect of the design reminds the party of the hushed-up death of Nishi's father. It is then that Nishi unleashes his plan to avenge his father's death.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Director

Akira Kurosawa

Original Language

JA

What is The Bad Sleep Well about?

In this loose adaptation of "Hamlet," illegitimate son Kôichi Nishi climbs to a high position within a Japanese corporation and marries the crippled daughter of company vice president Iwabuchi. At the reception, the wedding cake is a replica of their corporate headquarters, but an aspect of the design reminds the party of the hushed-up death of Nishi's father. It is then that Nishi unleashes his plan to avenge his father's death.

Who directed The Bad Sleep Well?

The Bad Sleep Well was directed by Akira Kurosawa.

When was The Bad Sleep Well released?

The Bad Sleep Well was released on September 19, 1960.

How long is The Bad Sleep Well?

The Bad Sleep Well has a runtime of 2h 30m.

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