John Wayne's only collaboration with director John Huston turned out to be a major career misstep for both men. Barbarian and the Geisha is the true story of Townsend Harris (Wayne), who in 1856 was appointed the first American consul to Japan. Headquartered in Shimoda, Harris discovers that the Japanese thoroughly mistrust the Americans (and, as it turned out, not without reason). It's an uphill climb, but Harris gradually earns the respect of the local power brokers-and in so doing, is permitted to enter the city of Tokyo ...
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John Wayne's only collaboration with director John Huston turned out to be a major career misstep for both men. Barbarian and the Geisha is the true story of Townsend Harris (Wayne), who in 1856 was appointed the first American consul to Japan. Headquartered in Shimoda, Harris discovers that the Japanese thoroughly mistrust the Americans (and, as it turned out, not without reason). It's an uphill climb, but Harris gradually earns the respect of the local power brokers-and in so doing, is permitted to enter the city of Tokyo. Geisha girl Eiko Ando, originally sent to thwart Harris' mission, falls in love with him and protects him from harm. Though running only 104 minutes, the film seems to drag on for eons. Filmed on location, The Barbarian and the Geisha is consistently good to look at, but the discomfort of both star Wayne and director Huston is painfully obvious in every frame. Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Good. CD/DVD is in good conidtion, but is untested. Lliner notes are NOT included, where applicable, jewel case is not cracked. Shopping with us changes lives. Idaho Youth Ranch sales support therapeutic programs for youth that have been traumatized, victimized, abused, or are homeless. Thank you for your support!
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John Wayne, Eiko Ando, Sam Jaffe, So Yamamura, Norman Thomson. New in new packaging. 2 discs. Language: English. Run time: 104 mins. Aspect ratio: 2.35: 1. Originally released: 1958. Still in shrink wrap.
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Very Good. Size: 0x7x5; Blu-ray/DVD set; a couple of bends to cover art from pressing against the case; otherwise, case is vg++; discs remain in excellent condition and look as if they have rarely been played; because we care that your order arrives in the condition stated, we have additionally sealed the case in bubblewrap for added protection during shipment.