Plot — What is Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater about?
Born in Osaka some 300 years ago, Japanese puppet theater—Bunraku—is a stunning yet refined spectacle. This program presents the story of Bunraku through two of its greatest masters, puppeteer Tamao Yoshida and chanter Sumitayu Takemoto. Brought together for the last performance of the 20th century, these two “living national treasures” transform ancient tales of old Japan into vibrant human drama. Cameras go backstage to capture the immense preparations and grueling, rarely seen rehearsals for their exquisite rendition of the masterpiece Shinju Ten no Amijima.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 53 min |
Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater — FAQ
Is Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater worth watching? Born in Osaka some 300 years ago, Japanese puppet theater—Bunraku—is a stunning yet refined spectacle. This program presents the story of Bunraku through two of its greatest masters, puppeteer Tamao Yoshida and chanter S
Who is in the cast of Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater? It stars Tamao Yoshida, Sumitayu Takemoto, Mic Bond.
Where can I stream Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater? Streaming availability for Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Bunraku: Masters of Japanese Puppet Theater release? It released in 2001.
