Two Portraits of MIYAGINO

Two Portraits of MIYAGINO

2010-05-29 113 Min 7.8

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.

Original Title

宮城野

Director

Tatsuji Yamazaki
Tomoko Mariya
Tomoko Mariya
Miyagino
Ainosuke Kataoka
Ainosuke Kataoka
Yataro
Jun Kunimura
Jun Kunimura
A Man like Toshusai Sharaku
Kirin Kiki
Kirin Kiki
Madam
Aimi Satsukawa
Aimi Satsukawa
Okayo
Minori Terada
Minori Terada