Best Japanese Anime Films to Watch
Want a list to watch some of the best Japanese anime films of all time? Check out this article which presents some anime films that will keep you glued to your couch!
A Tokyo Siren (1920)
Dr. John Niblock is conducting research in Japan when he is called to revive Asuti Hishuri, who has fainted during her wedding ceremony. Upon learning that Asuti is being forced into a loveless marriage, the chivalrous John offers to marry the girl in name only and take her to America where she can be free. When John and his Japanese bride arrive in San Francisco, California, the doctor's former sweetheart appears heartbroken, and Asuti realizes that she is in love with Ito, her husband's secretary.
- / 5
PopScore
Representation
Pictures and Videos
Movie Information
Dr. John Niblock is conducting research in Japan when he is called to revive Asuti Hishuri, who has fainted during her wedding ceremony. Upon learning that Asuti is being forced into a loveless marriage, the chivalrous John offers to marry the girl in name only and take her to America where she can be free. When John and his Japanese bride arrive in San Francisco, California, the doctor's former sweetheart appears heartbroken, and Asuti realizes that she is in love with Ito, her husband's secretary.
Rating:
Genre:Drama
Written By:Doris Schroeder
In Theaters:6/14/1920
Box Office:
Runtime:50 minutes
Studio:Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Cast
Norman Dawn
Director
Tsuru Aoki
Asuti Hishuri
Jack Livingston
Dr. Niblock (as Jack Livingstone)
Goro Kino
Hakami
Toyo Fujita
Hishuri
Arthur Jasmine
Ito
Peggy Pearce
Ethel
Florence Hart
Amelia Niblock
Frederick Vroom
Mr. Chandler
Dorothy Hipp
Matsu
Elinor Hancock
Mrs. Chandler (as Eleanor Hancock)
Eugenie Forde
Undetermined Role
Articles You May Like
"The Woman in Cabin 10" (2025) Should Have Stayed Faithful to the Book
I’m disappointed in The Woman in Cabin 10, but that’s at least in part because of my love of Ruth Ware’s novel.
This Is Not How You Start a Trilogy: “Hope” Gets a Nope From Me
Despite it being one of the most visually impressive action movies I’ve ever seen, everything else fell short of my expectations.
‘Halston’ Conveys Confusing Messages of Representation
While it is more than established that Halston’s life is far from a fairytale, the narrative suffers as a result of the decision to revolve more around sex and drugs than his artistry, it likely does a disservice to his cultural impact by pulling focus from his achievements.
Baggage (2026): Surrealistic Visual Language and Confront the Past
Baggage’s experimental mixed formats visualized a woman’s brave inner journey of visiting the museum of her fragmented memories.
The ABCs of Abbott Elementary: Janine Goes To School
Check out the ABCs of Abbott Elementary - Cast & Reviews - In 'Abbott Elementary' showrunner and star Quinta Brunson highlights common issues among teachers deserving of Superhero Status.