

Miwa: A Japanese Icon (2013)
In the 1960s, Japan's most popular actress was… a man
Plot Summary
A legendary entertainer and a pioneer of gay activism, Miwa was born Akihiro Maruyama. As a young singer, Miwa popularized androgyny as a fashion statement, fusing the masculine and the feminine into a signal of a new generation of aesthetics. This evolved into performing as a woman and living off-stage as a man. With glitter, wit, evening gowns, and enchanting storytelling, Miwa looks back over a 50-year career and a fascinating life in music, film, and television.
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Director & Crew
Pascal-Alex Vincent
Director
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It has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 6 votes.
Who directed Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon was directed by Pascal-Alex Vincent and released in 2013.
How long is Miwa: A Japanese Icon?
Miwa: A Japanese Icon has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 2013-08-31
- Status
- Released










