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Asakusa Kid
I'm a comedian, you fool!
2021·2h 3m·★ 7.0
Japanese original
Before he hit it big, Takeshi Kitano got his start apprenticing with comedy legend Fukami of Asakusa. But as his star rises, his mentor's declines.
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Does this fit your night?
A focused choice when you want a story with a clear identity and enough detail to make the choice feel intentional.
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Commitment
Standard sit-down · 2h 3m
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