description Kikujiro Overview
Kikujiro is a Japanese drama film directed by Takeshi Kitano. The story centers on a retired loan shark who unexpectedly takes in a young boy. The movie’s unique blend of dark humor and poignant family dynamics has garnered critical acclaim. It appeals to viewers interested in character-driven narratives and explorations of unconventional relationships, particularly those drawn to Japanese cinema.
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info Kikujiro Specifications
| Country | Japan |
| Year | 1999 |
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Who directed Kikujiro?
Kikujiro was written and directed by Takeshi Kitano, who also stars in the film. The music was composed by Joe Hisaishi, best known internationally for his Studio Ghibli scores.
What is Kikujiro about?
The film follows a lonely boy named Masao on a summer trip to find his mother. Kikujiro, a rough and irresponsible older man, is pushed into accompanying him, turning the story into an odd road movie.
Is Kikujiro one of Takeshi Kitano's yakuza films?
Not really, even though Kitano's screen persona brings some rough edges to the character. Compared with Sonatine or Hana-bi, Kikujiro is gentler, more comic, and focused on childhood loneliness.
When did Kikujiro come out?
Kikujiro was released in 1999 and screened in competition at the Cannes Film Festival that year. Its chapter-like structure is framed around Masao's summer vacation diary.
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