Movie

The Written Face

★ 8.0(1)19951h 29m

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Good to know

Director: Daniel Schmid
Release date: 1995-09-01
Runtime: 1h 29m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: T&C Film Zurich

About The Written Face

The Written Face is a 1995 movie in the Documentary, TV Movie and Fantasy genres, directed by Daniel Schmid, starring Tamasaburō Bandō V, Kazuo Ohno and Kai Shishido. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Written Face in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Tamasaburō Bandō V

Self

Kazuo Ohno

Self

Kai Shishido

Toshiya Nagasawa

Asaji Tsutakiyokomatsu

Han Takehara

Haruko Sugimura

Self

Themes & keywords

female artistperforming artsportrait of an artistartistic dancedance theatreart documentary

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Written Face in Mexico?+

The Written Face is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Written Face on Netflix?+

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How long is The Written Face?+

The Written Face has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

Who stars in The Written Face?+

The Written Face stars Tamasaburō Bandō V, Kazuo Ohno, Kai Shishido, Toshiya Nagasawa and Asaji Tsutakiyokomatsu.

When did The Written Face come out?+

The Written Face is a 1995 movie directed by Daniel Schmid.

What genre is The Written Face?+

The Written Face is Documentary, TV Movie and Fantasy film.

Who directed The Written Face?+

The Written Face was directed by Daniel Schmid.