Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute
Originally released in 2009. Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute is a documentary film. directed by Magnus Bärtås. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Koumiko Muraoka
Synopsis
In Tokyo, a man named Johnnie Walker—a Jewish Japanese citizen—stages street provocations with his Irish wolfhound, seeking recognition in a society that marginalizes him. Meanwhile, the filmmaker traces the legacy of Kumiko Muraoka, muse of Chris Marker’s The Koumiko Mystery (1964), from Tokyo to Paris. Blending biography, fiction, and essay, the film explores identity, narration, and the politics of cuteness in a world shaped by memory, power, and performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute about?
In Tokyo, a man named Johnnie Walker—a Jewish Japanese citizen—stages street provocations with his Irish wolfhound, seeking recognition in a society that marginalizes him. Meanwhile, the filmma...
Who directed Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute?
Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute was directed by Magnus Bärtås.
How long is Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute?
Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute released?
Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute was released on June 17, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute?
The main cast of Kumiko, Johnnie Walker & the Cute includes Koumiko Muraoka.