Movies and TvShows featuring "itami-and-miyamoto" theme.

Minbo: the Gentle Art of Japanese Extortion is a comedy crime movie that delves into the world of Japanese extortion. It follows the story of a lawyer who is hired to defend a hotel against the yakuza, showcasing the unique tactics used in this type of illegal activity. With a blend of humor and intrigue, the movie highlights the challenges faced by the hotelier and the lawyer in their fight against corruption and the unruly yakuza.

The Funeral is a Japanese sex comedy that explores the dynamics of family relationships during a funeral. It features a wide range of quirky characters and humorous situations, offering a unique perspective on Japanese culture and traditions.

In A Taxing Woman, a dedicated tax collector named Nobuko investigates a notorious tax evader named Hideki Gondo. As she delves deeper into the case, Nobuko discovers a web of corruption and scandal, putting her own life in danger. With her unrelenting determination and wit, she is determined to bring Gondo to justice and uncover the truth behind his elusive empire. This satirical Japanese film combines comedy with a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase, providing an entertaining and thought-provoking exploration of the world of taxes and the lengths people will go to evade them.

In 'A Taxing Woman's Return', a tax officer named Ryoko investigates the unpaid taxes of a powerful yakuza while facing challenges in her personal and professional life. She must navigate through intricate financial schemes, uncover the truth, and maintain her integrity. Along the way, she encounters unexpected alliances and explores themes of power, corruption, and redemption. Can she bring justice to those who evade taxes while balancing her own dilemmas?

Vain, middle-aged actress Biwako is placed in witness protection while authorities investigate the brutal murder she witnessed. Under the watch of two dedicated cops, Biwako struggles to maintain her career, her public image, and her personal life as she prepares for her new role on the witness stand.

Supermarket Woman is a comedy-drama set in Japan, telling the story of a supermarket clerk who gets caught up in a fierce business rivalry. Based on a novel, the film explores themes of food waste, social satire, and small business competition. It also delves into the personal lives of the characters, including their childhood friendships and the challenges of running a small business. With plenty of humor and feel-good moments, Supermarket Woman is a delightful portrayal of the ups and downs of the grocery store world.

The film stars two of Itami's regular actors, Nobuko Miyamoto as a geisha who brings luck to the men with whom she sleeps, and Masahiko Tsugawa as her unfaithful, sometimes partner. As well as showing her relationships with the man she loves and the men who employ her, it satirizes corruption and the influence of money in Japanese politics.

A melodrama about the life of a mentally disabled young man and his devoted sister after their famous novelist father and housewife mother go to Australia on a business trip.

A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.