Beautiful Mystery
巨根伝説 美しき謎
Synopsis
Shinohara, a young bodybuilder, joins a para-military sect in northern Japan. His instructor, Takizawa, takes a liking to the new recruit. After an early “special” training session the two develop a lasting and loving relationship.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 4, 2001
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Genji Nakamura
- Screenplay & Story
- Rokurō Mochizuki
- Original Score
- Pink Box
- Original Title
- 巨根伝説 美しき謎
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- U-Production, ENK Promotion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Genji Nakamura
Rokurō Mochizuki
Pink Box
Hideo Itō
Makoto Sawada
Department Leadership Roster
Rokurō Mochizuki
Screenplay
Genji Nakamura
Director
Makoto Sawada
Editor
Hideo Itō
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beautiful Mystery
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What is Beautiful Mystery about?
Shinohara, a young bodybuilder, joins a para-military sect in northern Japan. His instructor, Takizawa, takes a liking to the new recruit. After an early “special” training session the two develop a lasting and loving relationship.
Who directed Beautiful Mystery?
Beautiful Mystery was directed by Genji Nakamura.
Who stars in Beautiful Mystery?
The principal cast of Beautiful Mystery includes Tatsuya Nagatomo, Kei Shuto, Ren Osugi, Kaoru Yamashina, Masaya Kanataka.
When was Beautiful Mystery released and how long is it?
Beautiful Mystery was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Beautiful Mystery?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beautiful Mystery was composed by Pink Box.