Iden & Tity

If you loved movies such as Shonen Merikensack and GS Wonderland, then this one, which predates the former, will impress you as well. The story is set in the 80s rock scene and revolves around Nakajima (Kazunobu Mineta), the lead singer of a band called 'Speed Way'. Because he refuses to write trite, pop-friendly songs he is constantly at odds with his own record company. However, he refuses to bend on his rock principles simply for better record sales. The most interesting parts of this movie is how they pay homage to music icon, Bob Dylan who gave the filmmaker his blessing, which is no small feat itself, especially for a Japanese indie debut.

Top Cast

Kazunobu Mineta

Nakajima

Shido Nakamura

Johnny

Kumiko Aso

Girlfriend

Magi

Mamezo

Nao Omori

Toshi

Tadanobu Asano

Kenji Endo

N/A

Michiro Endo

Shiro Kishibe

N/A

Kinya Kotani

Kan Mikami

Sansei Shiomi

Pierre Taki

Yoji Tanaka

Kenji Ohtsuki