Seven Nights in Japan


Seven Nights in Japan is a 1976 Anglo-French drama film directed by Lewis Gilbert and starring Michael York, Charles Gray, and Hidemi Aoki.

Story

The film is about seven days in the life of Prince George, who is travelling in Japan for the first time. While there he meets and falls for a local girl, Sumi, who is a bus tour guide. They spend a few days and nights together at her isolated childhood home. When Sumi discovers his true identity she admonishes him for avoiding his duties as the future king. Problems also happen as he is hunted by an unknown Japanese Sect who want him dead, as he left one of their nightclubs without paying.

Cast

The film was inspired by the life of Prince Charles, who was serving in the Royal Navy at the time, and was known for his romantic involvements as well as his need for a suitable wife. In the film 'Prince George' is said to be engaged to a member of the Swedish royal family.
"There are echos of Roman Holiday," said York.

Reception

According to York, the film was a big success in Burma, leading to York being mobbed when he visited.