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Funeral Parade of Roses (1969)

"Who's the fairest of them all?"

7.519691h 45mJA
Drama

Directed by Toshio Matsumoto

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

JA

Release

September 13, 1969

Director

Toshio Matsumoto

Official Trailer

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Overview

In 1960s Tokyo, Gonda owns a bar in which the gay, cross-dresser, and trans scenes meet. Gonda is in a relationship with the madam of the bar, Leda. As the younger Eddie starts a passionate affair with Gonda, she ignites the jealousy of Leda, unaware of another kind of history between them.

Cast

Shinnosuke Ikehata

Shinnosuke Ikehata

Eddie

Yoshio Tsuchiya

Yoshio Tsuchiya

Gonda

Emiko Azuma

Emiko Azuma

Eddie's Mother

Toshiya Fujita

Toshiya Fujita

Kiyoshi Awazu

Kiyoshi Awazu

Osamu Ogasawara

Osamu Ogasawara

Leda

Yoshimi Jô

Yoshimi Jô

Jimi

Koichi Nakamura

Koichi Nakamura

Juju

Flamenco Umeji

Flamenco Umeji

Greco

Saako Oota

Saako Oota

Mari

Tarô Manji

Tarô Manji

Nora

Toyosaburo Uchiyama

Toyosaburo Uchiyama

Guevara

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Funeral Parade of Roses (1969), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1960s Tokyo, Gonda owns a bar in which the gay, cross-dresser, and trans scenes meet. Gonda is in a relationship with the madam of the bar, Leda. As the younger Eddie starts a passionate affair with Gonda, she ignites the jealousy of Leda, unaware of another kind of history between them.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Funeral Parade of Roses. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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