The Written Face
In Japanese theater, women's roles are traditionally played by men. The man playing the woman's role, the Onnagata, does not imitate the woman, as in the West, but tries to capture her significance. He need not stick close to his model, but draws far more from his own identity - a shift of value takes place, which is nonetheless not a step beyond. THE WRITTEN FACE is an attempt to offer an insight into the Japanese Kabuki star Tamasaburo Bando, one of the last defenders of this ancient and disappearing performing tradition.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Das geschriebene Gesicht
- Genres: Documentary, TV Movie, Fantasy
- Release Date: 1995-09-01
- Runtime: 89 minutes
- Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: T&C Film Zurich, Eurospace, RSI
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.1884
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Tamasaburō Bandō V
as Self
Kazuo Ohno
as Self
Kai Shishido
as
Toshiya Nagasawa
as
Asaji Tsutakiyokomatsu
as
Han Takehara
as
Haruko Sugimura
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Written Face?▼
The Written Face is a Documentary, TV Movie, Fantasy movie directed by . It was released on 1995-09-01.
Who are the main actors in The Written Face?▼
The main cast includes Tamasaburō Bandō V, Kazuo Ohno, Kai Shishido, Toshiya Nagasawa, Asaji Tsutakiyokomatsu, .
Where can I watch The Written Face online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Written Face is available.
Is The Written Face based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Written Face?▼
The Written Face has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Written Face?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Written Face?▼
The soundtrack was composed by T&C Film Zurich, Eurospace, RSI. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Written Face filmed?▼
The Written Face was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Written Face?▼
The total runtime of The Written Face is 89 minutes.
Is The Written Face suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Written Face?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Written Face.
Does The Written Face have a post-credit scene?▼
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