RoboGeisha

RoboGeisha

Year: 2009

Runtime: 102 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Noboru Iguchi

ActionHorrorComedyScience Fiction

Sisters Yoshie and Kikue are two Geisha who are abducted by a mysterious organization to be transformed into murderous cyborg assassins.

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Timeline & Setting – RoboGeisha (2009)

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Time period

Contemporary or near-future

The movie takes place in a time that appears to be near the present day, with advanced cybernetic technology being integrated into human bodies. The presence of cyborgs and robotic enhancements suggests a future where technology and human lives are deeply intertwined, yet retains recognizable elements of modern Japan.

Location

Japan, Kageno Steel Building, Mount Fuji

The movie is set primarily in Japan, encompassing industrial and traditional locations such as the Kageno Steel Building and the iconic Mount Fuji. The film blends modern technology with Japan’s cultural heritage, showcasing both urban and natural landscapes. The setting underscores the contrast between human tradition and futuristic cyborg modifications.

🎎 Traditional 🏭 Industrial 🌋 Mountain

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Main Characters – RoboGeisha (2009)

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Yoshie (Aya Kiguchi)

Yoshie is a klutzy but beautiful robot-geisha with superhuman strength. She evolves from a servant with insecurities to a powerful assassin, guided by her sense of justice and love for her sister. Her character embodies resilience and inner conflict between humanity and machine.

💪 Strong 💖 Loyal 🤖 Cyborg

Kikue (Hitomi Hasebe)

Kikue is Yoshie's sister, initially favored but later envious and ruthless. Transformed into a superior robogeisha, she is driven by a desire for power and her complex feelings towards Yoshie. Her character explores themes of identity, jealousy, and redemption.

🎭 Rival 💔 Envious 🤖 Cyborg

Kageno (Takumi Saitoh)

Kageno is the wealthy heir using cyborg geishas for political ambitions, including terrorism. He represents the corrupting influence of power and technology, ultimately aiming to destroy Japan in his delusional quest for freedom.

🏢 Antagonist 💣 Power-hungry 🦾 Cyborg

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Major Themes – RoboGeisha (2009)

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🤖 Technology & Humanity

The film explores the fusion of humans with machines, questioning the boundaries of identity through the transformation of geishas into cyborg assassins. It examines how technological enhancements impact emotional bonds, morality, and the concept of self.

🧡 Family & Loyalty

Centered on the sisterly relationship between Yoshie and Kikue, the movie delves into themes of family loyalty, love, and betrayal. Their conflict and eventual reconciliation highlight the importance of personal bonds amidst chaos and technological manipulation.

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