Woman in Witness Protection
"This is a work of fiction (and so on and so forth)."
Originally released in 1997. Woman in Witness Protection is a drama/comedy film. directed by Jūzō Itami. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Nobuko Miyamoto, Masahiko Nishimura, and Takehiro Murata
Synopsis
Vain, middle-aged actress Biwako is placed in witness protection while authorities investigate the brutal murder she witnessed. Under the watch of two dedicated cops, Biwako struggles to maintain her career, her public image, and her personal life as she prepares for her new role on the witness stand.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Nobuko Miyamoto
as Isono Biwako
Masahiko Nishimura
as Detective Tachibana
Takehiro Murata
as Detective Chikamatsu
Kazuya Takahashi
as Tamao Oki
Masahiko Tsugawa
as Shingyoji Temple Chief Clerk
Tohru Emori
as Nihonmatsu
Akira Nagoya
as Director Hatano
Taro Yamamoto
as Nakamura
Houka Kinoshita
as Eiji
Daisuke Ryū
as Religious Cult Leader
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Itami Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woman in Witness Protection about?
Vain, middle-aged actress Biwako is placed in witness protection while authorities investigate the brutal murder she witnessed. Under the watch of two dedicated cops, Biwako struggles to maintain h...
Who directed Woman in Witness Protection?
Woman in Witness Protection was directed by Jūzō Itami.
How long is Woman in Witness Protection?
Woman in Witness Protection has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was Woman in Witness Protection released?
Woman in Witness Protection was released on September 27, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Woman in Witness Protection?
The main cast of Woman in Witness Protection includes Nobuko Miyamoto, Masahiko Nishimura, Takehiro Murata, Kazuya Takahashi, Masahiko Tsugawa.