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Takeshis' (2005)

"500% Kitano - nothing to add!"

6.120051h 48mJA
ComedyDramaFantasy

Directed by Takeshi Kitano

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

JA

Release

September 2, 2005

Director

Takeshi Kitano

Official Trailer

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Overview

Beat Takeshi lives the busy and sometimes surreal life of a showbiz celebrity. One day he meets his blond lookalike named Kitano, a shy convenience store cashier, who, still an unknown actor, is waiting for his big break. After their paths cross, Kitano seems to begin hallucinating about becoming Be...

Cast

Takeshi Kitano

Takeshi Kitano

Beat Takeshi / Mr. Kitano

Kotomi Kyono

Kotomi Kyono

Takeshi's Girlfriend / Kitano's Female Neighbor

Kayoko Kishimoto

Kayoko Kishimoto

Mahjong Parlor Woman / Audition Producer / Costumer

Ren Osugi

Ren Osugi

Takeshi's Manager / Taxi Driver

Susumu Terajima

Susumu Terajima

Takeshi's Friend / Kitano's Yakuza Neighbor

Tetsu Watanabe

Tetsu Watanabe

TV Wardrobe Master / Noodle Cook / Audition Actor

Akihiro Miwa

Akihiro Miwa

Self

Naomasa Musaka

Naomasa Musaka

Film Studios Tattooist

Koichi Ueda

Koichi Ueda

Film Crew Member close to the Director

Kanji Tsuda

Kanji Tsuda

Film Director

Makoto Ashikawa

Makoto Ashikawa

Assistant at Audition

Tamotsu Ishibashi

Tamotsu Ishibashi

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Takeshis' (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Beat Takeshi lives the busy and sometimes surreal life of a showbiz celebrity. One day he meets his blond lookalike named Kitano, a shy convenience store cashier, who, still an unknown actor, is waiting for his big break. After their paths cross, Kitano seems to begin hallucinating about becoming Beat.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Takeshis'. 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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