JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun
May 27, 2022 · 1h 36m
Director
Yu NakamuraOverview
Documentary about the Buddhist nun Setouchi Jakucho, who continued writing until her death in November 2021 at the age of 99. Features words of wisdom and personal revelations in never-seen-before footage captured by Nakamura Yu over a 17-year period. Setouchi Jakucho achieved undisputed acclaim as a feminist author with numerous semi-autobiographical novels based on personal experiences, including affairs and elopement. The film shows her attitude of fully embracing life even after becoming a Buddhist nun at age 51, which earned her wide-spread popularity in Japan.
Cast of JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun
Crew of JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun
About JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun
What is JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun about?
Documentary about the Buddhist nun Setouchi Jakucho, who continued writing until her death in November 2021 at the age of 99. Features words of wisdom and personal revelations in never-seen-before footage captured by Nakamura Yu over a 17-year period. Setouchi Jakucho achieved undisputed acclaim as a feminist author with numerous semi-autobiographical novels based on personal experiences…
When was JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun released?
JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun was released on May 27, 2022.
How long is JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun?
JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
Who directed JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun?
JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun was directed by Yu Nakamura.
Who is in the cast of JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun?
The cast of JAKUCHO: An Extraordinary Life of a Japanese Nun includes Jakucho Setouchi (Self).