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Tokyo Metropolitan Government
SHAKESPEARE IN TOKYO
1 x 20 MINUTES | 2018
An Australian Shakespeare fan with Down Syndrome, sets off on a solo adventure to discover Tokyo in order to get away from his over-bearing older brother and prove his independence. Along the way he uses his knowledge of the Bard, his sketchbook and his wits to win the hearts of the people he meets.
Starring Patrick Brammall (No Activity, Offspring), Shin'ichi Chiba (Kill Bill, The Fast and the Furious), Shioli Kutsuna (Deadpool 2, Murder Mystery) and Australia's very own Gerard O'Dwyer.
Produced by Taste Creative
Writer and Director: Genevieve Clay-Smith
Producer: Henry Smith and Seigo Tono
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Shakespeare in Tokyo is a truly wonderful film. I could have spent hours in this world with these characters. It is beautifully written and directed, very well acted, and shot and edited with elegance. This is hopeful and humanistic work of art made with love and attention to detail.
Luke Buckmaster
Film Critic; Guardian
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