Two Portraits of MIYAGINO (2010)

Description:

In Edo-era Japan, a gifted ukiyoe artist struggles under the immense shadow of his master, his creative spirit stifled. He seeks refuge from his frustrations in the company of a prostitute, inadvertently becoming ensnared in an intricate love triangle. As his personal life becomes increasingly complicated, a profound mystery begins to unfold. The sudden and unexplained disappearance of the enigmatic artist Sharaku, coupled with the puzzling significance of two specific portraits, draws the artist into a dangerous web of secrets. Directed by Cannes-selected Tatsuji Yamazaki, this compelling drama masterfully interweaves personal turmoil with a captivating investigation, presented through breathtaking kabuki-inspired sequences and exquisitely stylized sets, promising a visually stunning and emotionally charged cinematic journey.

Director: Tatsuji Yamazaki [山崎達寺]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2010

Genre:Drama; Historical; Romance