ドールズ
- Drama
- Romance
Dolls takes puppeteering as its overriding motif, which relates thematically to the action provided by the live characters. Chief among those tales is the story of Matsumoto and Sawako, a young couple whose relationship is about to be broken apart by the former's parents, who have insisted their son take part in an arranged marriage to his boss' daughter.
Dolls is a 2002 Japanese drama film that weaves together multiple love stories through the metaphor of puppeteering. Directed by Takeshi Kitano, the film explores themes of fate and human connection across interconnected narratives, with its central plot following Matsumoto and Sawako as they struggle against family pressure threatening to separate them.
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Limited theatrical in United States
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Miho KannoSawako
Hidetoshi NishijimaMatsumoto
Tatsuya MihashiHiro
Chieko MatsubaraRyoko
Kyoko FukadaHaruna Yamaguchi
Tsutomu TakeshigeNukui
Kayoko KishimotoHaruna's Aunt
Nao OmoriMatsumoto's Colleague
Kanji TsudaYoung Hiro
Yuko DaikeYoung Ryoko
Ren OsugiHaruna's Manager
Koji KiryuYakuza
Kyoko YoshizawaHaruna's Mother
Midori KanazawaMatsumoto's Mother- Shimadayu ToyotakeTayu
Trailer
Dolls (2002) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Dolls — frequently asked
When was Dolls released?
Dolls premiered on October 12, 2002.
What is Dolls about?
The film uses puppeteering as a central motif to explore themes of love and destiny. It follows multiple interconnected stories, primarily focusing on Matsumoto and Sawako, a young couple whose relationship faces dissolution when his parents pressure him into an arranged marriage with his boss's daughter.
What genres does Dolls fall into?
Dolls is a drama and romance film that blends philosophical storytelling with intimate character-driven narratives.
Is Dolls available to watch?
Yes, Dolls has been released and is available through various streaming platforms and home video formats, though availability varies by region.
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