Confessions Among Actresses

Confessions Among Actresses

1971 · 124 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

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.

Directed by Yoshishige Yoshida · Written by Yoshishige Yoshida

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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

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