Sang-il Lee / Japan 2025 / 175min / Cert 15 / Subtitles
Kokuhô is a gripping drama that features two Kabuki actors, who come from very different backgrounds: Kikuo, the son of a Yakuza (mafia) boss and Shunsuke, born in a family with a long tradition of Kabuki performers. Over five decades Kikuo navigates bitter rivalries, betrayals and triumphs alongside his master’s son. Kokuhô is a visual knockout that explores brotherhood, artistic devotion, professional jealousy and the price that artists pay for their craft. Kokuhô was the highest grossing film in 2025 in Japan and won numerous prizes in international film festivals. Not to be missed!