Synopsis
In Edo-era Japan, a ukiyo-e artist languishes in his master’s shadow. Creatively stifled, he finds consolation in the company of a prostitute, and becomes entangled in a love triangle. A mystery emerges involving two portraits and the sudden disappearance of the artist Sharaku. Helmed by Cannes-selected director Tatsuji Yamazaki, the film employs kabuki-inspired sequences and stylised sets.
Ratings
IMDb6/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Tatsuji YamazakiDirector
- Masaaki SakaiScreenplay
Cast
- Tomoko MariyaMiyagino
- Ainosuke KataokaYataro
- Jun KunimuraA Man like Toshusai Sharaku
- Kirin KikiMadam
- Aimi SatsukawaOkayo
- Minori TeradaCast
Stills
Themes
japanartistpainterbased on play or musicalart houseperiod dramaportraitkimonomary magdaleneexpressionismjidaigekiportrait painting