
Uzumasa Limelight
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Set in the heart of Japan’s film industry, this poignant drama follows the life of a seasoned kirare-yaku, a stunt performer specializing in dying on screen, as he grapples with the twilight of his career. The film stars Seizo Fukumoto, a real-life veteran of the genre, whose performance adds authenticity and depth to the narrative. Directed by Ken Ochiai, the movie explores themes of legacy, change, and the passage of time within the context of a fading art form. It offers a heartfelt tribute to the unsung heroes of cinema, capturing the essence of a bygone era. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 44min
Views:357
Release:2014
Release Date:2014-06-14
Director:Ken Ochiai
Actors:Asahi Kurizuka, Boiru Nakajima, Chihiro Yamamoto, Hirotaro Honda, Kazuaki Tai, Masashi Goda, Michihiro Kinoshita, Rantaro Mine, Seizô Fukumoto, Yoshiyuki Shibata
Country:Japan
Company:Eleven Arts, Tottemo Benri Theatre Company
Awards:5 wins & 1 nomination total
Worldwide Gross:$19,597
TMDB:6.9
Rotten Tomatoes:91%
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