Kingyo (2009)

6.3/10 25 min Drama

Overview

A university professor decides to go for a tour in Akihabara, guided by a young woman dressed up like a French maid. As they both walk through the streets of modern Tokyo, the man and the young woman gradually speak of a past they both share, and ultimately a painful love triangle that continues to haunt them. A poetic rumination in love, memories and loss told almost entirely with split screens.

Cast

Lukino Fujisaki

Young Woman

Qyoko Kudo

Kyoko (as Amane Kudo)

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