The Pillow Book (1995)

Cast

• Vivian Wu - Nagiko
• Yoshi Oida - The Publisher
• Ken Ogata - The Father
• Hideko Yoshida - The Aunt / The Maid
• Ewan McGregor - Jerome
• Yutaka Honda - Hoki
• Judy Ongg - The Mother
• Ken Mitsuishi - The Husband
• Barbara Lott - Jerome's Mother
• Lynne Langdon - Jerome's sister

Screenplay

• Sei Shonagon
• Peter Greenaway

Themes

Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs

Keywords

adultery, tokyo, japan, calligraphy, complex, gay theme, intense

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Pillow Book about?

Nagito has a fetish for calligraphy on the human body and meets her ideal soulmate Jerome, an English translator sent to Japan. However, once Nagiko's father's gay publisher rejoins the scene, the story is overtaken by treachery and bloodlust.

Who directed The Pillow Book?

The Pillow Book was directed by Peter Greenaway.

Who stars in The Pillow Book?

The Pillow Book stars Vivian Wu, Yoshi Oida, Ken Ogata, Hideko Yoshida, Ewan McGregor, Yutaka Honda.

How long is The Pillow Book?

The Pillow Book has a runtime of 2h 6m (126 minutes).

What genre is The Pillow Book?

The Pillow Book is a Drama, Romance film.

Where was The Pillow Book produced?

The Pillow Book was produced in France, Luxembourg, United Kingdom.

What are the themes of The Pillow Book?

The themes of The Pillow Book include: Forbidden Love and Passionate Affairs.