"Asako I & II" is a poignant Japanese romantic drama about Asako, a college student who falls deeply in love with Baku after meeting him at a photography exhibit. Their passionate romance abruptly ends when Baku mysteriously disappears from her life. Two years later, Asako encounters Ryohei, a man who is the spitting image of Baku. Intrigued by his striking resemblance, she begins to date him, grappling with her feelings and the blurry lines between love and memory.
Trivia:
1. The film was directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi, who is renowned for his nuanced storytelling and later acclaimed for "Drive My Car," which won international awards.
2. The lead actor, Masahiro Higashide, plays both Baku and Ryohei, showcasing his versatility by portraying two distinct characters with the same appearance but very different personalities.
3. "Asako I & II" is based on a novel by Tomoka Shibasaki, and Hamaguchi’s adaptation incorporates visually poetic sequences influenced by European art cinema, enhancing the film's dreamy and surreal atmosphere.
Main Cast of Asako I & II
Erika Karata
Masahiro Higashide
Crew of Asako I & II
Full backstage crew list →- Released September 01, 2018