If you loved movies such as Shonen Merikensack and GS Wonderland, then this one, which predates the former, will impress you as well. The story is set in the 80s rock scene and revolves around Nakajima (Kazunobu Mineta), the lead singer of a band called 'Speed Way'. Because he refuses to write trite, pop-friendly songs he is constantly at odds with his own record company. However, he refuses to bend on his rock principles simply for better record sales. The most interesting parts of this movie is how they pay homage to music icon, Bob Dylan who gave the filmmaker his blessing, which is no small feat itself, especially for a Japanese indie debut.
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Kazunobu Mineta
Nakajima
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Tomorowo Taguchi Director · Kankuro Kudo Screenplay Jun Miura Story
First release January 1, 2003 · Produced in Japan · Original title アイデン＆ティティ
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Japan
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Original title
アイデン＆ティティ
Original language
Japanese
Spoken on screen
Japanese
Release dates
Japan · January 1, 2003
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No release date listed for United States.
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