Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia
Synopsis
Japanese gangster drama set in the exclusive Ginza district of Tokyo, following Haruka (Atsuko Sakuraba), a young geisha who is attacked by an influential businessman who plans to abduct her. When she is rescued by the members of a club called 'Utopia', Haruka joins them and becomes a hostess, rapidly establishing herself as one of the most sought-after geisha's in Ginza. At the same time, Haruka learns of a plan by a corrupt, gangster-owned club to set itself up as a rival to Utopia. Such is her loyalty to the club that first helped her, she is willing to do anything to protect it.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 23, 2005
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hiroyuki Tsuji
- Screenplay & Story
- Hisao Maki
- Original Title
- Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hiroyuki Tsuji
Hisao Maki
Department Leadership Roster
Hiroyuki Tsuji
Director
Hisao Maki
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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What is Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia about?
Japanese gangster drama set in the exclusive Ginza district of Tokyo, following Haruka (Atsuko Sakuraba), a young geisha who is attacked by an influential businessman who plans to abduct her. When she is rescued by the members of a club called 'Utopia', Haruka joins them and becomes a hostess, rapidly establishing herself as one of the most sought-after geisha's in Ginza. At the same time, Haruka learns of a plan by a corrupt, gangster-owned club to set itself up as a rival to Utopia. Such is her loyalty to the club that first helped her, she is willing to do anything to protect it.
Who directed Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia?
Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia was directed by Hiroyuki Tsuji.
Who stars in Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia?
The principal cast of Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia includes Atsuko Sakuraba, Miyuki Kojima, Wakaba Nakano, Sakura Mano, Yasukaze Motomiya.
When was Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia released and how long is it?
Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia?
Ginza Midnight Story — Utopia holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).