Tokyo Illusion
Originally released in 1986. Tokyo Illusion is a fantasy/mystery film. directed by Akio Jissoji. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Masami Horiuchi and Kiriko Shimizu
Synopsis
A fragile-looking woman visits a photography studio, and the owner becomes increasingly captivated by her. This short film condenses the very essence of Jissōji’s style: a man meets a femme fatale and literally descends into ruin—told without dialogue, composed in an illusory fashion through music and imagery alone. Produced by the NSV Study Group as a demonstration piece for analog high-definition video.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1986
40 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tokyo Illusion about?
A fragile-looking woman visits a photography studio, and the owner becomes increasingly captivated by her. This short film condenses the very essence of Jissōji’s style: a man meets a femme fata...
Who directed Tokyo Illusion?
Tokyo Illusion was directed by Akio Jissoji.
How long is Tokyo Illusion?
Tokyo Illusion has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Tokyo Illusion released?
Tokyo Illusion was released on January 1, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tokyo Illusion?
The main cast of Tokyo Illusion includes Masami Horiuchi, Kiriko Shimizu.