Nagasaki, 1964. After the death of his father, the leader of a yakuza gang, 14-year-old Kikuo is taken under the wing of a famous Kabuki actor. Alongside Shunsuke, the actor’s only son, Kikuo decides to dedicate himself to this traditional form of theatre. Across decades, the two young men grow and evolve together – from acting school to the grandest stages – amid scandals and glory, brotherhood and betrayals, as each pushes to become the greatest living Kabuki master.
From acclaimed director Sang-il Lee (Pachinko), Kokuho (meaning “national treasure”) is a film of awe-inspiring scope and sumptuous beauty, and a monument to the artists who would sacrifice everything to the pursuit of the ultimate performance.
- “A vibrant celebration of kabuki full of beauty and depth, Lee’s feature is an incredibly lush and emotional epic.”– Katie Smith-Wong, Rotten Tomatoes
Details
Date
- Friday, March 19, 2027
Time
- 7 p.m.
Price
- $7 (Members, $5)
Location
- Morikami Theater
Run Time
- 175 minutes
Release Date
- 2025
Rating
- Not Rated, Drama
Our theater tends to be cold. You may want to bring with you a sweater or jacket.
