I've never seen Memoirs of a Geisha but it sounds like an awful situation. What is it that you like about the story?
It's about a country girl sold to a geisha house. She becomes quite successful in the end.
Was this during the WWI era? Geisha Houses basically came to an end during WWI and were never as popular again. 
Yes, it is a period piece in Meiji era. It is very beautifully written.
So you definitely recommend the book over the movie?
I recommend the book first but the movie was very well done. It's visually very beautiful and true to the book.
By any chance, have you seen "Shen Yun" live? It's full of amazing colors. It's also funny and poetic. You might be interested in it.
No, what is it about? I would like to know more. Always looking for something good to watch.
I'm not exactly sure what it's about honestly, but it's like an Asian Cirque du Soleil. I just know that it is really something to see in person. They tour 92 cities.
Okay, now I think I've heard of it. Yeah, these Chinese performers are incredible. I wonder how young do they start training though. 
Well, Gu Yun started training professionally at the age of 14. Probably not much different than American gymnasts and dancers.