Three short films compose the movie. Each segment is freely inspired by Tokyo and shot in the heart of the city. "TOKYO!" is a symphony interpreted in three dissonant parts, reflecting the image of the metropolis. 1. "Interior Design" by Michel Gondry The surreal fable of a young couple who moves to Tokyo in search of a future. While the boy's ambition is clear - be a movie maker- the girl drifts gradually apart. Both of them will be drowned in the immensity until the girl, feeling alone, discovers something strange... 2. "Merde" by Leos Carax A mysterious man spreads confusion on the streets of Tokyo through a succession of irrational and provocative acts. "The Creature of the Sewers", as the media have dubbed him, arouses passion or repulsion. He will be captured, judged and then... 3. "Shaking Tokyo" by Bong Joon Ho He is a hikikomori - like many others in Japan, he has withdrawn from all contact with the outside world. When the pizza delivery girl faints during an earthquake, the unthinkable happens - the man falls in love. Will he take the unimaginable step of leaving the dead security of his apartment for the streets of Tokyo? Edit Translation
- English
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- dansk
- Norsk
- Native Title: Tokyo!
- Also Known As: Salinui Chueok , 東京狂想曲
- Screenwriter & Director: Bong Joon Ho
- Genres: Psychological, Drama, Fantasy
Where to Watch Tokyo!
Cast & Credits
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![Kagawa Teruyuki in Tokyo! Japanese Movie]( "Kagawa Teruyuki in Tokyo! Japanese Movie")
Kagawa Teruyuki Main Role -
![Fujitani Ayako in Tokyo! Japanese Movie]( "Fujitani Ayako in Tokyo! Japanese Movie")
Fujitani AyakoHirokoMain Role -
![Kase Ryo in Tokyo! Japanese Movie]( "Kase Ryo in Tokyo! Japanese Movie")
Kase RyoAkiraMain Role -
![Aoi Yu in Tokyo! Japanese Movie]( "Aoi Yu in Tokyo! Japanese Movie")
Aoi Yu Main Role -
![Ishibashi Renji in Tokyo! Japanese Movie]( "Ishibashi Renji in Tokyo! Japanese Movie")
Ishibashi Renji Main Role -
![Julie Dreyfus in Tokyo! Japanese Movie]( "Julie Dreyfus in Tokyo! Japanese Movie")
Julie DreyfusThe InterpreterMain Role
Reviews
Two Hits and a Miss
The large gap in quality between the segments makes it hard to provide an accurate overall rating for this anthology.1. Interior Design (Michel Gondry): 4/5
Even though I had no clue where this story was headed, I felt like I was in good hands and I enjoyed the ride. It featured Gondry’s signature surrealist take on themes of alienation and personal purpose, and sparked an introspection that stuck with me after the segment was finished.
2. Merde (Leos Carax): 1/5
The "art" of this one probably went over my head. Between the unbearable main character and a plot that refused to make sense, the narrative was so unappealing that finishing this segment felt like a chore.
3. Shaking Tokyo (Bong Joon Ho): 4/5
Bong Joon Ho has dipped his toes into almost every genre, so I was excited to see his take on romance. As someone who isn't usually a fan of the genre, I appreciated how added a fantasy twist in this exploration of social isolation. The plot was engaging and the visuals were beautiful (some of which felt like visual ASMR designed specifically for A-type brains like mine). Much like Gondry’s piece, it left me reflecting on its themes even after it was over.
Overall: 3/5
Quality: 3/5
Enjoyment: 3/5
