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| Directed by | Mark Gill |
| Written by | Mark Gill |
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| Cinematography | Fernando Ruiz |
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| Countries | France, UK, Japan, Spain, Belgium |
| Language | Japanese |
Ravens is a 2024 Japanese-language British biographical drama film written and directed by Mark Gill. The film explores the life and work of the acclaimed Japanese photographer Masahisa Fukase, whose art was heavily influenced by themes of isolation and personal tragedy.
Plot
Set in the later years of Masahisa Fukase's life, the film delves into his tumultuous relationships and creative struggles. It highlights the making of his seminal photographic work, Karasu ("Ravens"), which remains one of the most influential photobooks in history. The narrative weaves between his personal life, his failing marriage to Yoko, and his reflections on loneliness and artistic obsession.
Cast
- Tadanobu Asano as Masahisa Fukase
- Sôsuke Ikematsu as Morio Shoda
- Kumi Takiuchi as Yoko Fukase
- Kanji Furutachi as Sukezõ Fukase
- Gô Jibiki as Toshiteru Fukase
Production
The film was directed and written by Mark Gill, with a score composed by Paul Lay and Théophile Moussouni. Cinematography was handled by Fernando Ruiz, and editing was done by Chika Konishi and Frank Moderna.
Release
The film was screened at Tokyo International Film Festival 2024 and won the Audience Award at the Austin Film Festival. "Ravens" was also selected for the 2024 edition of the Red Sea Film Festival.
Reception
The film received positive reviews by Variety and Indie Cinema Magazine.
See also
References
- "Nippon Cinema Now - Ravens". TIFF.
- "Mark Gill's RAVENS wins Audience Award at the Austin Film Festival". The Agency.
- "Johnny Depp's 'Modi' & Robbie Williams Biopic 'Better Man' Head To Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Fest With Karim Shenawy's 'The Tale Of Daye's Family' Set As Opener". Deadline.
- "'Ravens' Review: 'Shogun' Star Tadanobu Asano Plays Celebrated Photographer Masahisa Fukase in a Fascinating Biopic". Variety.
- "A Raven in Tokyo: How Mark Gill Captured the Troubled Genius of Masahisa Fukase". Indie Cinema Magazine.