Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary
花柳幻舟獄中記
Synopsis
This drama attracted significant attention as an adaptation in which actress and dancer Genshu Hanayanagi recounts her real-life experiences in prison. On October 29, 1980, Hanayanagi (playing herself) began serving a prison sentence after being convicted of assaulting the head of a traditional dance school. Inside, she met women from diverse backgrounds, including a woman who allowed birds to devour her own child and a member of the Red Army Faction. Although initially met with a cold reception, Hanayanagi gradually became a central figure among them, thanks to her naturally cheerful personality.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yukio Noda
- Screenplay & Story
- Masahiro Kakefuda
- Original Title
- 花柳幻舟獄中記
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- TBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yukio Noda
Masahiro Kakefuda
Department Leadership Roster
Yukio Noda
Director
Masahiro Kakefuda
Writer
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What is Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary about?
This drama attracted significant attention as an adaptation in which actress and dancer Genshu Hanayanagi recounts her real-life experiences in prison. On October 29, 1980, Hanayanagi (playing herself) began serving a prison sentence after being convicted of assaulting the head of a traditional dance school. Inside, she met women from diverse backgrounds, including a woman who allowed birds to devour her own child and a member of the Red Army Faction. Although initially met with a cold reception, Hanayanagi gradually became a central figure among them, thanks to her naturally cheerful personality.
Who directed Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary?
Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary was directed by Yukio Noda.
Who stars in Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary?
The principal cast of Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary includes Genshū Hanayagi, Junko Miyashita, Sakura Kamo, Kazuko Shirakawa, Miki Sanjō.
When was Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary released and how long is it?
Genshu Hanayagi: Prison Diary was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.