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Sennen Joyuu

Synopsis: In the year 2000, Ginei Studio, an icon of Japanese cinema, faces its demolition, leading former employee Genya Tachibana to create a documentary in tribute to its star, Chiyoko Fujiwara, an actress who withdrew from public life decades ago. Determined to revive the legacy of his muse, Genya invites cynical cameraman Kyouji Ida to accompany the interview with Chiyoko, who now lives reclusively in a mountain. As the conversation unfolds, Chiyoko shares her memories, transporting the two on a magical journey that intertwines her personal trajectory with the history of Japanese cinema. This encounter reveals not only the challenges of her career but also the loves and yearnings that shaped her life, challenging the line between reality and fiction in the search for a past that still resonates.
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- Characters
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Information
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Anime Names
- Anime Name: Sennen Joyuu
- Anime Name in Japanese: 千年女優
- Anime Name in English: Millennium Actress
- Other names: Chiyoko Millennial Actress
Production information
- Producers: Bandai Visual, WOWOW, Genco, Kadokawa Shoten, KlockWorx
- Licensors:
- Studios: Madhouse
Anime Information
- Type: Movie
- Episodes: 1
- Date: 14-Sep-02
- Genres: Ação, Aventura, Premiado, Drama, Fantasia, Romance, Elenco Adulto, Histórico, Showbiz
- Subjects: Adult Cast, Historical, Showbiz
- Target: Seinen
Anime Reviews
- Rating: 8.25
- Popularity: 1269
Video Trailer/Opening
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Curiosities
Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Sennen Joyuu":
- "Sennen Joyuu" is known internationally as "Millennium Actress".
- The film was directed by Satoshi Kon, a renowned anime director also known for "Perfect Blue" and "Paprika".
- "Millennium Actress" was released in 2001 and is one of the most acclaimed works of Satoshi Kon, praised for its unique storytelling and stunning visuals.
- The story of the film is inspired by the life and career of the Japanese actress Setsuko Hara, as well as Hideko Takamine.
- The film skillfully blends different time periods and cinematic genres, creating a distinct visual and narrative experience.
- "Millennium Actress" received several awards, including the 2001 Fantasia Film Festival for Best Asian Film.
- The animation was produced by the studio Madhouse, known for several other popular animations.

Main Characters
Below is the main characters of: "Sennen Joyuu"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character:
- Fujiwara Chiyoko: Protagonist, a legendary actress who revisits her life through interviews and flashbacks.
- Tachibana Genya: Documentary director, obsessed with telling Chiyoko's story.
- Ida Kyouji: Cinematographer who accompanies Genya during the interview with Chiyoko.
- Man of the Key: Enigmatic figure linked to Chiyoko's past.
- Ootaki Junichi:
- Ayakashi:
- Scarface:
- Shimao Eiko:
Summary and events
- Genya Tachibana, a former employee and filmmaker, decides to make a documentary in honor of actress Chiyoko Fujiwara.
- Genya gets permission to interview Chiyoko, who has been reclusive after decades of glory in the Shouwa era cinema.
- Together with the cynical cameraman Kyouji Ida, Genya sets off on a journey to the isolated residence of the actress.
- Chiyoko shares her memories, which take Genya and Kyouji on an illusory journey through the history of Japanese cinema.
- Chiyoko's career is intertwined with her filmography, blending real actors with fictional characters.
- The boundaries between the past and the present dissolve during your reminiscences.
- Chiyoko reflects on her life and career, demonstrating that the true farewell has not yet occurred, even after 30 years of retirement.
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Meaning of Sennen Joyuu
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千年女優
- 千年 - a thousand years
- 女優 - actress
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EXTERNAL LINKS
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- Official Website: https://www.madhouse.co.jp/works/2003-2002/works_movie_sennen.html
- MyAnimeList: https://myanimelist.net/anime/1033