Shisei: The Tattooer
Originally released in 2006. Shisei: The Tattooer is a crime/drama film. directed by Hisayasu Satō. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rei Yoshii, Tomohisa Yuge, and Moe Sakura
Synopsis
Seizou, a tattoo artist, dreams of creating lasting works of art that exist long after he passes. One day, he sees the perfect canvas: the unblemished back of a female grad student. A genius in color theory, the young woman studies and experiments with block printing. Seizou kidnaps her, holding her captive in order to carve his artwork into her skin. But the allure of her prints and his enchanting ink-work slowly transform her. She begins to long for his touch. Wanting to surpass the work of his father, Seizou imprints the image of an ancient Japanese princess on her bare skin. But as the tattoo transforms their relationship, their dynamic is reversed, and they become intertwined in an shared destiny.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 24, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
3.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Tsuburaya Entertainment
- Art Port
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shisei: The Tattooer about?
Seizou, a tattoo artist, dreams of creating lasting works of art that exist long after he passes. One day, he sees the perfect canvas: the unblemished back of a female grad student. A genius in col...
Who directed Shisei: The Tattooer?
Shisei: The Tattooer was directed by Hisayasu Satō.
How long is Shisei: The Tattooer?
Shisei: The Tattooer has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Shisei: The Tattooer released?
Shisei: The Tattooer was released on February 24, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shisei: The Tattooer?
The main cast of Shisei: The Tattooer includes Rei Yoshii, Tomohisa Yuge, Moe Sakura, Shirō Shimomoto.