Tokyo Girls
Originally released in 2000. Tokyo Girls is a documentary film. directed by Penelope Buitenhuis. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jay-Lyn Green, Akinori Nagai, and Maritama Carlson
Synopsis
A candid journey into the world of 4 young Canadian women who work as well-paid hostesses in exclusive Japanese nightclubs. Lured by adventure and easy money, these modern-day geisha find themselves caught up in the mizu shobai—the complex "floating water world" of Tokyo clubs and bars. Drawn by fast money, some women become consumed by the lavish lifestyle and forget why they came; one hostess calls this "losing the plot." With a pulsating visual style, Tokyo Girls captures the raw energy of urban Japan and its fascination with the new.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2000
26 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
3.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tokyo Girls about?
A candid journey into the world of 4 young Canadian women who work as well-paid hostesses in exclusive Japanese nightclubs. Lured by adventure and easy money, these modern-day geisha find themselve...
Who directed Tokyo Girls?
Tokyo Girls was directed by Penelope Buitenhuis.
How long is Tokyo Girls?
Tokyo Girls has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Tokyo Girls released?
Tokyo Girls was released on January 1, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tokyo Girls?
The main cast of Tokyo Girls includes Jay-Lyn Green, Akinori Nagai, Maritama Carlson, Patrick Pon, Christine Taylor.