Kokuho (2025)
NR 2h 54m 6.3/10 IMDb
Nagasaki, 1964: Following the death of his yakuza father, 15-year-old Kikuo is taken under the wing of a famous kabuki actor. Alongside Shunsuke, the actor’s only son, he decides to dedicate himself to this traditional form of theatre. For decades, the two young men grow and evolve together – and one will become the greatest Japanese master of the art of kabuki.
Director: Sang-il Lee
Cast: Ryo Yoshizawa, Ryusei Yokohama, Mitsuki Takahata, Shinobu Terajima, Soya Kurokawa
Content Warnings
Mental Health & Emotional
Death of a parent (referenced)Grief / bereavement (major focus)
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