Tokyo Idols movie poster

Tokyo Idols

July 28, 2017 1h 28m 6.7/10 (48 votes)

Originally released in 2017. Tokyo Idols is a music/documentary film. directed by Kyoko Miyake. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Rio Hiiragi, Yuzuha Oda, and Masayoshi Sakai

Synopsis

This exploration of Japan's fascination with girl bands and their music follows an aspiring pop singer and her fans, delving into the cultural obsession with young female sexuality and the growing disconnect between men and women in hypermodern societies.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 28, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (48 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Canada + 6 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • EyeSteelFilm
  • Brakeless
  • WDR/Arte
  • Super Channel
  • BBC
  • IKONdocs
  • SVT
  • DR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tokyo Idols about?

This exploration of Japan's fascination with girl bands and their music follows an aspiring pop singer and her fans, delving into the cultural obsession with young female sexuality and the growing ...

Who directed Tokyo Idols?

Tokyo Idols was directed by Kyoko Miyake.

How long is Tokyo Idols?

Tokyo Idols has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Tokyo Idols released?

Tokyo Idols was released on July 28, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Tokyo Idols?

The main cast of Tokyo Idols includes Rio Hiiragi, Yuzuha Oda, Masayoshi Sakai.