Miwa: A Japanese Icon (2013)

In the 1960s, Japan's most popular actress was… a man

Miwa: A Japanese Icon (2013) poster

A legendary entertainer and a pioneer of gay activism, Miwa was born Akihiro Maruyama. As a young singer, Miwa popularized androgyny as a fashion statement, fusing the masculine and the feminine into a signal of a new generation of aesthetics. This evolved into performing as a woman and living off-stage as a man. With glitter, wit, evening gowns, and enchanting storytelling, Miwa looks back over a 50-year career and a fascinating life in music, film, and television.

Director: Pascal-Alex Vincent
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 65 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Alexis Kavyrchine
Editing: Cédric Defert
Production: Local Films
Country: France, Japan
Language: Français, 日本語
Original Language: fr

Keywords

transvestite, lgbt, documentary film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Miwa: A Japanese Icon about?
A legendary entertainer and a pioneer of gay activism, Miwa was born Akihiro Maruyama. As a young singer, Miwa popularized androgyny as a fashion statement, fusing the masculine and the feminine into a signal of a new generation of aesthetics. This evolved into performing as a woman and living off-stage as a man. With glitter, wit, evening gowns, and enchanting storytelling, Miwa looks back over a 50-year career and a fascinating life in music, film, and television.
Who directed Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon was directed by Pascal-Alex Vincent.
Who stars in Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon stars Akihiro Miwa, Kinji Fukasaku, Takeshi Kitano, Hayao Miyazaki, Tadanori Yokoo.
How long is Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
What genre is Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon is a Documentary film.
Where was Miwa: A Japanese Icon produced?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon was produced in France, Japan.