The Written Face

Year: 1995

Runtime: 89 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Daniel Schmid

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In traditional Japanese Kabuki, male actors known as onnagata portray female roles, not by copying women but by expressing the essence of femininity through their own identity. The film follows celebrated onstage star Tamasaburō Bando, exploring his artistry, dedication, and the fragile survival of this centuries‑old performance practice.

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