Americana Kamikaze
“Inspired by Japanese ghost stories and translated through Temporary Distortion’s idiosyncratic Western sensibilities, Americana Kamikaze features live performers doubled by video doppelgangers in an East meets West psychological horror story.”
Synopsis
NYC’s genre-bending Temporary Distortion mines the worlds of Japanese ghost stories and J-Horror in Americana Kamikaze. Inside one of Temporary Distortion’s signature box structures, an East-meets-West psychological horror story unspools, complete with vengeful spirits, impossible physical manipulations, elliptical storylines, nightmarish cinematography and stunning visuals. Temporary Distortion has been making new works that seamlessly blend theater, cinema and installation since 2002. Their work has been presented in the US, Canada, France and Austria.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 13, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kenneth Collins
- Screenplay & Story
- Kenneth Collins
- Original Score
- John Sully
- Original Title
- Americana Kamikaze
- Country of Origin
- France, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Temporary Distortion, Performance Space 122
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kenneth Collins
Kenneth Collins
John Sully
Department Leadership Roster
Kenneth Collins
Writer
Kenneth Collins
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Americana Kamikaze.
Similar Titles to Americana Kamikaze
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
7.9
4.9
7.7
7.3
7.5
6.5
7.6
7.3
7.9
7.9
6.0
7.6
7.7
6.0
5.0
7.6
More Like Americana Kamikaze
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Americana Kamikaze
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Americana Kamikaze about?
NYC’s genre-bending Temporary Distortion mines the worlds of Japanese ghost stories and J-Horror in Americana Kamikaze. Inside one of Temporary Distortion’s signature box structures, an East-meets-West psychological horror story unspools, complete with vengeful spirits, impossible physical manipulations, elliptical storylines, nightmarish cinematography and stunning visuals. Temporary Distortion has been making new works that seamlessly blend theater, cinema and installation since 2002. Their work has been presented in the US, Canada, France and Austria.
Who directed Americana Kamikaze?
Americana Kamikaze was directed by Kenneth Collins.
Who stars in Americana Kamikaze?
The principal cast of Americana Kamikaze includes Brian Greer, Yuki Kawahisa, Lorraine Mattox, Ryosuke Yamada, Peter Blomquist.
When was Americana Kamikaze released and how long is it?
Americana Kamikaze was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Americana Kamikaze?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Americana Kamikaze was composed by John Sully.