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The Lower Depths (1957)

★ 7.2Not Rated130 minDirector: Akira Kurosawa

1957 Japanese drama film

The Lower Depths (どん底, Donzoko) is a 1957 Japanese film directed by Akira Kurosawa, the screenplay by Hideo Oguni and Akira Kurosawa, based on the 1902 play The Lower Depths by Maxim Gorky. The setting was changed for the film from late 19th-century Russia to Edo period Japan.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is The Lower Depths about?
The Lower Depths (1957) — In a Japanese slum, various residents play out their lives, dreaming of better things or settling for their lot. Among them is a man who pines for a young woman but is stymied by her deceptive family.
Is The Lower Depths based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Lower Depths scary?
Content rating: Not Rated. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.