Two Portraits of MIYAGINO
Original title: 宮城野
7.8(4)PG-1320101h 53mJA
Directed by Tatsuji Yamazaki
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.
japanartistpainterbased on play or musicalart houseperiod dramaportraitkimonomary magdaleneexpressionismjidaigekiportrait painting
