No Smoking
Originally released in 2019. No Smoking is a documentary/music film. directed by Taketoshi Sado.
Starring Haruomi Hosono, Van Dyke Parks, and Keigo Oyamada
Synopsis
A documentary about Haruomi Hosono, a musician respected around the world and the music composer of Cannes Palme d'Or winner Shoplifters. The footage traces his encounter with music in early childhood to his days in bands Happy End and YMO to his solo activities. It also includes in-depth coverage from recent years of his first overseas performances in London, New York and Los Angeles. In London, he was joined by Yukihiro Takahashi, and when Ryuichi Sakamoto made a surprise appearance onstage, the YMO members were reunited for the first time in five years, a must-see spectacle captured on film. Written by Nikkatsu
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is No Smoking about?
A documentary about Haruomi Hosono, a musician respected around the world and the music composer of Cannes Palme d'Or winner Shoplifters. The footage traces his encounter with music in early childh...
Who directed No Smoking?
No Smoking was directed by Taketoshi Sado.
How long is No Smoking?
No Smoking has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was No Smoking released?
No Smoking was released on November 1, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in No Smoking?
The main cast of No Smoking includes Haruomi Hosono, Van Dyke Parks, Keigo Oyamada, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Yukihiro Takahashi.