Overview

In this intricately layered Japanese film, the nature of actresses and what they gain from acting is explored. The lives of three actresses are laid bare, and scenes from their lives are woven in and out of interviews with each of them. Each of them has experienced a traumatic event which contributes to their particular enjoyment of becoming someone else in dramatic roles.

Genres

Cast

Mariko Okada

Kyoko Ichimori

Ruriko Asaoka

Aki Kaido

Ineko Arima

Isaku Makiko

Rentaro Mikuni

Minakawa

Isao Kimura

Director Nose

Miyoko Akaza

Kyoko

Kiwako Taichi

Rie

Kazuko Inano

Kiriko Nose

Yumeji Tsukioka

Makiko's Mother

Toshiyuki Hosokawa

Apparent Father

Toru Minegishi

An Actor

Yūsuke Kawazu

High School Teacher