Cast
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Mirei Kiritani
as Naoko Akagi (Red)
Mitsuki Takahata
as Yuri Kikawada (Yellow)
Mizuki Yamamoto
as Sumire Konno (Navy)
Mina Fujii
as Mika Aota (Blue)
Kasumi Arimura
as Kano Midoriyama (Green)
Shunsuke Daitoh
as Teruhiko Naruse
Yoshinori Okada
as Section Chief
Sarutoki Minagawa
as Kimihiko Domyoji
Kitaro
as Doctor Kinuta
Jiro Sato
as Charles
Ken Yasuda
as Minagawa
Masaya Kikawada
as
Anna Yanagi
as Couple
Yuki Hirako
as
Yosuke Omizu
as Shopper
Crew
Director
- Yuichi Fukuda
Writer
- Yuichi Fukuda
Producer
- Atsushi Moriyama
- Yoshihisa Yamashita
- Shinzô Matsuhashi
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Science Fiction/Action/Comedy film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Jossy's distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Yuichi Fukuda 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 2014, 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 Jossy's took approximately 16 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 148 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 73 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Jossy's shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Legend of Zorro, which focuses more on action than character development, Jossy's offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Godzilla and Godzilla Raids Again explore similar territory, Jossy's stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: June 7, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 37m
