“In the 1960s, Japan's most popular actress was… a man”
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Miwa: A Japanese Icon (2013) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
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Miwa: A Japanese Icon is a 2013 documentary film directed by Pascal-Alex Vincent, starring Akihiro Miwa, Kinji Fukasaku and Takeshi Kitano. It has a runtime of 1 hour 5 minutes and premiered on August 31, 2013. Miwa: A Japanese Icon has a TMDB rating of 6.3 out of 10 based on 6 votes.
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A legendary entertainer and a pioneer of gay activism, Miwa was born Akihiro Maruyama. As a young singer, Miwa popularized androgyny as a fashion statement, fusing the masculine and the feminine into a signal of a new generation of aesthetics. This evolved into performing as a woman and living off-stage as a man. With glitter, wit, evening gowns, and enchanting storytelling, Miwa looks back over a 50-year career and a fascinating life in music, film, and television.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Miwa: A Japanese Icon
When was Miwa: A Japanese Icon released?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon was released on August 31, 2013.
What is the runtime of Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon has a runtime of 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).
Who stars in Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon stars Akihiro Miwa as Self, Kinji Fukasaku as Self (archive footage), Takeshi Kitano as Self and Hayao Miyazaki as Self. The cast also includes Tadanori Yokoo.
Who directed Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon was directed by Pascal-Alex Vincent. The screenplay is credited to Pascal-Alex Vincent.
What genre is Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon is listed on TMDB as a documentary film.
What is the TMDB score of Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
On TMDB it has an average user score of 6.3/10 from 6 votes.
What movies are similar to Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Miwa: A Japanese Icon include The Last Repair Shop (2024), I Am Divine (2014), Disclosure (2020), The Class of ‘92 (2013) and Come See Me in the Good Light (2025).
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