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Miwa: A Japanese Icon

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2013-08-311h 5m

Documentary

In the 1960s, Japan's most popular actress was… a man

A legendary entertainer and a pioneer of gay activism, Miwa was born Akihiro Maruyama. As a young singer, Miwa popularized androgyny as a fashion statement, fusing the masculine and the feminine into a signal of a new generation of aesthetics. This evolved into performing as a woman and living off-stage as a man. With glitter, wit, evening gowns, and enchanting storytelling, Miwa looks back over a 50-year career and a fascinating life in music, film, and television.

Directors
Pascal-Alex Vincent
Writters
Pascal-Alex Vincent
Editors
Pascal-Alex Vincent, Cédric Defert

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  1. Akihiro Miwa

    Akihiro Miwa

    Himself

  2. Kinji Fukasaku

    Kinji Fukasaku

    Himself (archive footage)

  3. Takeshi Kitano

    Takeshi Kitano

    Himself

  4. Hayao Miyazaki

    Hayao Miyazaki

    Himself

  5. Tadanori Yokoo

    Tadanori Yokoo

    Himself

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Status
Released
Original Language
French
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Revenue
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Keywords
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