Movies and TvShows featuring "kabuki-theatre" theme.

The Lady from Shanghai follows a criminal lawyer who gets entangled in a web of deceit, framed for murder and caught in a love triangle. As he tries to prove his innocence, he uncovers a series of unexpected twists and turns that lead him to the dangerous world of insurance fraud and a captivating femme fatale. With a backdrop of betrayal, blackmail, and romantic rivalry, the story takes a thrilling turn when the protagonist becomes a pawn in a deadly game of manipulation. Will he be able to escape and find justice, or will he be consumed by the dark forces surrounding him?

Sayonara is a 1957 movie set in post-war Japan during the Korean War. It tells the story of an Air Force officer who falls in love with a Japanese woman. The couple faces challenges and racial prejudice due to their interracial relationship. The film explores cultural differences and the impact of the war on their lives.

The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum is a historical drama that follows the life of a stage actor in 19th-century Japan. It explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the search for identity, as the protagonist navigates the rigid traditions and societal expectations of the time.

A story of tragic romance, young love, and deception unfolds as a wealthy businessman and a spoiled socialite engage in a dangerous game of seduction and revenge.

Diary of a Shinjuku Thief is a surrealist comedy-drama film that follows a man who joins a theatrical troupe and becomes involved in various thefts. The film explores themes of sexual revolution and features black humor and Brechtian techniques. It is set in Shinjuku, Tokyo, and incorporates elements of kabuki and surrealism. The protagonist's relationships and encounters with various characters add to the surreal and avant-garde nature of the film.

In post-war Tokyo, an American investigator infiltrates a Japanese gang to uncover their criminal activities, leading to a dangerous game of betrayal and romantic rivalry.

Drama, heritage, soul; Actor Toma Ikuta trains for his first kabuki theater performance with his long-time friend, kabuki actor Matsuya Onoe.

When a young boy goes missing in Japan, an American diplomat and a local fisherman set out on a daring rescue mission, forming an unlikely friendship along the way.