Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed
L'Impératrice Michiko, la force du roseau
Synopsis
Installed at the heart of Japanese society when the country was in a state of collapse after World War II, and then launched on a frantic course to achieve modernity, over a period of 60 years, Michiko followed an unexpected path: that of encouraging the Japanese people to indulge in greater introspection in order to build a united, peaceful and enlightened Japan.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte
- Screenplay & Story
- Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte
- Original Score
- Grégory Tanielian
- Original Title
- L'Impératrice Michiko, la force du roseau
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- CC&C, NHK, France 2, RTBF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte
Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte
Grégory Tanielian
Yuri Sudo, Shin Yasuda, Anne-Séverine des Longchamps
Department Leadership Roster
Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte
Writer
Yuri Sudo
Producer
Shin Yasuda
Producer
Anne-Séverine des Longchamps
Producer
Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed
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What is Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed about?
Installed at the heart of Japanese society when the country was in a state of collapse after World War II, and then launched on a frantic course to achieve modernity, over a period of 60 years, Michiko followed an unexpected path: that of encouraging the Japanese people to indulge in greater introspection in order to build a united, peaceful and enlightened Japan.
Who directed Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed?
Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed was directed by Anne-Sophie Chaumier Le Conte.
Who stars in Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed?
The principal cast of Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed includes Sarah-Jane Sauvegrain, Michiko, Akihito.
When was Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed released and how long is it?
Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed was composed by Grégory Tanielian.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed?
Empress Michiko, the Strength of the Reed holds official age classifications: FR: TP.