Kamata koshin-kyoku aka Fall Guy (1982)

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Kamata koshin-kyoku, also known as Fall Guy, is a brilliant comedic drama about the chaotic inside world of filmmaking, helmed by acclaimed Japanese director Kinji Fukasaku. The story revolves around Ginshiro, a declining movie star who is desperate to restore his fading image and superstardom. To deflect negative press and avoid scandal, Ginshiro exploits the loyalty of his overdedicated fan, Yasu, by asking him to marry his pregnant mistress, Konatsu. Eager to support Konatsu and please his idol, Yasu even agrees to become a stuntman for Ginshiro's increasingly dangerous cinematic endeavors. Soon, Konatsu finds her feelings torn between the two men, while Yasu's extreme dedication places him in ever more precarious situations on set. Fall Guy is a masterpiece of Japanese cinema that swept all four major awards at the 1982 Japanese Academy Awards, securing Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 1982

Genre:Comedy; Romance