Memoirs of a Geisha is a historical fiction novel by American author Arthur Golden, published in 1997. The novel, told in first person perspective, tells the story of a fictional geisha working in Kyoto, Japan, before, during and after World War II, and ends with her being relocated to New York City. In 2005, a film version was released.
About Memoirs of a Geisha
Rob Marshall-directed epic based on a novel of the same name which tells the story of a young Japanese girl sold by her impoverished family to a geisha house.
Achievement of Memoirs of a Geisha
Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment was a producer on the film. It won Academy Awards for Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design.
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Latest information about Memoirs of a Geisha updated on July 28 2021.
