Rob Marshall’s “Memoirs of a Geisha,” adapted by Robin Swicord and Doug Wright from the novel by Arthur Golden, makes an interesting companion piece to the new “Pride and Prejudice.” Both movies take ...

Memoirs of a Geisha” is a Hollywood-ized version of the far-better novel. Still, it’s an enjoyable, lush interpretation of the best-selling tale of deceit, romance and ambition. The film is set in ...

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China has banned Memoirs of a Geisha, due to fears it could aggravate anti-Japanese views. The adaptation of Arthur Golden's bestselling book stars three of China's leading female actresses, but ...

It's certainly not the first time the West has borrowed Eastern styles — the obi belt that was all over the runways a year ago — but a number of the fashion and beauty looks inspired by the new film ...

While most non-animated movies steer clear of merchandizing, the studios behind Memoirs of a Geisha ( Columbia, DreamWorks and Spyglass Entertainment) have planned nearly 100 products to accompany the ...

“Cinderella” with kimonos. Directed by Rob Marshall (Chicago), this lavish adaptation of the wildly popular Arthur Golden novel tries to capture the mystique and glamour of Japanese geisha, but it’s ...