雨月物語 (1953)

Translated title: Ugetsu

In 16th century Japan, peasants Genjuro and Tobei sell their earthenware pots to a group of soldiers in a nearby village, in defiance of a local sage's warning against seeking to profit from warfare. Genjuro's pursuit of both riches and the mysterious Lady Wakasa, as well as Tobei's desire to become a samurai, run the risk of destroying both themselves and their wives, Miyagi and Ohama.

Country: Japan

Director: Kenji Mizoguchi

Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 6 wins & 2 nominations total

Box office: $11,197