Dzisay
Originally released in 2004. Dzisay is a comedy film. directed by Dmytro Tomashpolskyi. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Aleksandr Lykov, Mikhail Filippov, and Marina Yesipenko
Synopsis
"Jisai" translates from ancient Japanese as "sacrificial scapegoat." Wise Japanese emperors, knowing that their well-being and health belonged not only to themselves but to the entire nation, kept a special person with them who took upon himself all the troubles and misfortunes that threatened his master. This self-sacrificing person bore the proud nickname of Jisai, and it was he who bore all the blows that fate generously bestowed upon the emperor. A well-read Russian businessman, having learned about this ancient tradition, also decided to create a similar "lightning rod" for himself in order to protect himself from all kinds of misfortunes. His Dzisay is an unemployed, "former intellectual," doomed to receive blows and beatings instead of his enterprising master...
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dzisay about?
"Jisai" translates from ancient Japanese as "sacrificial scapegoat." Wise Japanese emperors, knowing that their well-being and health belonged not only to themselves but to the entire nation, kept ...
Who directed Dzisay?
Dzisay was directed by Dmytro Tomashpolskyi.
How long is Dzisay?
Dzisay has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Dzisay released?
Dzisay was released on June 6, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dzisay?
The main cast of Dzisay includes Aleksandr Lykov, Mikhail Filippov, Marina Yesipenko, Svetlana Timofeeva-Letunovskaya, Evgeny Sergeev.