Cast
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Sadawo Abe
as Ryoro Kurojima
Mao Inoue
as Noriko Kuramochi
Masaki Okada
as Takuya Numata
Katsumi Takahashi
as Tetsuro Nanbu
Yutaka Takenouchi
as Masanomi Minoa
Machiko Ono
as Office worker
Yasuko Matsuyuki
as Tetsuro's ex-wife
Yoshiyoshi Arakawa
as Gosaku Wada
Gaku Hamada
as Wakubaru
Tokio Emoto
as Assistant director
Toru Nomaguchi
as Crown Prince of Empire Mantan
Ryo Iwamatsu
as Film director
Haruna Kawaguchi
as Innocence type of actress
Rokkaku Seiji
as Lawyer Takahata
Hideo Nakano
as Ierou Komura
Crew
Director
- Nobuo Mizuta
Producer
- Daisuke Kadoya
- Nobuyuki Iinuma
- Kazutoshi Wadakura
- Satoshi Fukushima
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
The Apology King represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Nobuo Mizuta 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2013, 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 The Apology King took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 128 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 153 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1157 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 425 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Apology King shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Tootsie, which focuses more on action than character development, The Apology King subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Judge! and Shall We Dance? explore similar territory, The Apology King stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: September 28, 2013
- Runtime: 2h 8m
