The Written Face

Documents (with no commentator/narrator) the artistry of Japanese Kabuki actor Tamasaburo Bando, concentrating on his preparation and performances. Contains a series of interviews that highlight his four role models/idols: film actress Haruko Sugimura, butoh dancer Kazuo Ohno, geisha and dancer Han Takehara and geisha Tsutakiyometsu Asaji. Includes traditional music in the background.

Credits

Directed by
Daniel Schmid
Written by
Daniel Schmid
Cast
Yajūrō Bandō, Kai Shishido, Han Takehara, Toshiya Nagasawa, Kazuo Ohno, Bandō Tamasaburō V, Haruko Sugimura
Cinematography
Renato Berta

Sources

  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, creator, length, format, color, description, catalog record
  2. Wikidata · Q60104756 ↗ — country, genre, credits