97 minute running time… post-war morality tale though set in the 16th century, quit dreaming and put your nose to the grindstone, little man (and honor and respect your wives) … interesting fantasy/reality bits, no “special effects” in 1954 Japan, I guess, but they made do … many (including Farr) consider it a classic of Japanese cinema, and Miyagawa’s crane camera work is unique (opposite of Ozu), but in terms of being entertaining, I wouldn’t give it a recommended rating. It’s more of a film snob movie.