Shinjuku Swan II 2017
Shinjuku Swan II (2017), helmed by the audacious Sion Sono, dives back into the cutthroat world of talent scouting with a sharp edge of action and dark humor.
Director: Sion Sono
Cast
Go Ayano
Tatsuhiko Shiratori
Tadanobu Asano
Masaki Taki
Yūsuke Iseya
Matora
Motoki Fukami
Gensuke Seki
Nobuaki Kaneko
Yutaka Hayama
Jun Murakami
Tokimasa
Yuki Kubota
Yosuke
Yusuke Kamiji
Chisato Morinaga
Alice Hirose
Mayumi Ozawa
Maryjun Takahashi
Arisa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shinjuku Swan II (2017) about?
Tatsuhiko trades the bright lights of Shinjuku for Yokohama, only to find himself entangled in a fierce rivalry with Masaki Taki, the domineering CEO of a local scouting company. As ambition clashes with survival, the film explores the brutal underbelly of the entertainment world, where trust is a luxury and power is everything.
Who directed Shinjuku Swan II?
Shinjuku Swan II was directed by Sion Sono, the visionary filmmaker known for his bold, often surreal storytelling and unflinching exploration of society's darkest corners.
Who stars in Shinjuku Swan II?
The film features Go Ayano, Tadanobu Asano, Yūsuke Iseya, Motoki Fukami, and Nobuaki Kaneko in key roles.
Is Shinjuku Swan II (2017) worth watching?
With its high-energy action and Sion Sono's distinct directorial flair, Shinjuku Swan II (2017) is a compelling watch for fans of gritty, character-driven thrillers. While it lacks an IMDb rating, its thematic depth and stylized tension make it a standout in the genre.
How long is Shinjuku Swan II?
Shinjuku Swan II runs for 133 minutes.
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About Shinjuku Swan II (2017) — Dive into Sion Sono's gritty sequel to the underground talent wars
Shinjuku Swan II (2017), helmed by the audacious Sion Sono, dives back into the cutthroat world of talent scouting with a sharp edge of action and dark humor. The film follows Tatsuhiko as he relocates from the neon-lit chaos of Shinjuku to the quieter (yet no less treacherous) streets of Yokohama, where he locks horns with Masaki Taki, the ruthless CEO of a local scouting agency. Sono's signature style—blending surreal tension with raw intensity—shapes a story that's as much about survival as it is about ambition, all wrapped in a neon-soaked aesthetic that pulses with the energy of Japan's underground entertainment scene.
Expect high-stakes confrontations, morally ambiguous characters, and a plot that twists like the labyrinthine backstreets of its setting. With a runtime of 133 minutes, this sequel delivers the goods for fans of gritty, character-driven action where the line between ally and adversary is razor-thin. Whether you're drawn in by Sono's bold direction or the magnetic performances at its core, Shinjuku Swan II (2017) offers a cinematic experience that's as unpredictable as it is gripping.
