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Fool's Blues

Fool's Blues (2022)

Nov 18, 2022 1h 35m Drama

Daikon, the director who created a legendary movie 30 years ago, is now a person of the past, and he is spending his empty days falling for the pimp of the pinsaro girl Tamako. One day, Tamako's old lover appears, and Daikon and Tamako escape to a striptease theater in Hiroshima, where a junior from college is the director. The two end up living in the theater's dressing room, where the director and his friends in the entertainment district warmly welcome them. However, when Daikon dabbles in a stripper, a rift appears in their relationship. Masaya Kato, who also starred in "Girlfriend wa Yume de Odoru", will play Daikon, the main character, who is a failing film director, and Asami Kumakiri will play Tamako, who supports Daikon with great strength. Directed and written by Yuji Yokoyama, an announcer who is also an actor and who was also the director of "Cheating Stripper," and plays the role of the director.

Directed by Yuji Yokoyama

Cast

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Masaya Katô
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Masaya Katô

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Asami Kumakiri
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Asami Kumakiri

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Kokone Sasaki
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Kokone Sasaki

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Haruka Kohara
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Haruka Kohara

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Yuji Yokoyama

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Crew

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  • Yuji Yokoyama

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Fool's Blues examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Yuji Yokoyama brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2022, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Fool's Blues took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
  • The film contains approximately 1189 individual shots.
  • The musical score contains over 56 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 2022, when this film is released:
  • The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: November 18, 2022
  • Runtime: 1h 35m

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