Sisterhood (シスターフッド)

SISTERHOOD

That's why I'm not going to shut up. And I'll say it again:

I want to denounce sexism in my own words.

Yuto IKEDA - Film Director.

- Morning. - Good morning.

May I have a copy?

What happened to your chin?

Oh, yeah…

- Maybe take that off for the photo. - That's the plan.

- Just tuck in your chin. - Right.

- Thanks for sending the preview. - Thanks for watching.

- So you're taking on a new subject. - Yes, that's right.

I'd like to ask what made you want to explore it.

I felt that as a man, you sympathize greatly with the situation.

I've been feeling uneasy about living in Japan these days.

There's a status quo of male supremacy and pay inequality…

A married couple can't have different surnames…

Sexual exploitation…

How it's considered virtuous for women to stay at home and serve men…

Those kinds of…

I'm uneasy with ideas of “manliness” or “womanliness.”

And other than that… same-sex marriage is illegal here.

Which means this country is way behind in human rights.

I'm a man, but it's important for me that all people are treated equally.

Which I guess makes me a feminist.

A feminist?

I mean, I don't care too much about labels.

But for people who aren't able to speak up…

Like, minorities… I'd like to try and be a voice for them.

So I'm looking at how I can do that through film making.

I hope that doesn't make me sound arrogant...

Oh, not at all.

But I do have this vision for…

Excuse me, is it okay if I smoke...?

Sorry, there's no smoking indoors.

Right…

My Voice.

In terms of the women speaking frankly about their experiences on-camera…

I could relate to that.

But honestly speaking… and I apologize if this sounds rude…

It wasn't clear to me what you were trying to say.

For example, I'm a woman. You're a man.

And between us, there's a ll gulf that can't be bridged.

Why is a male director taking on this subject?

I can definitely relate to it, and the idea of making a film about it.

But how shall I put this… As a film…

I'm sorry. It was boring.

- It felt very tedious. - Oh, I see...

What were you ultimately trying to say with this film?

In one line, what would your message be?

It would be…

“Protecting the dignity of the individual.” I guess.

Dignity…?

You don't feel it?

Like, someone has their hands around your throat?

A bad feeling like you're being oppressed?

Well… I'm pretty stolid.

Okay, I'll be taking a few photos… ready?

Oh, your bandage...

- It's better to not see it, right? - Yes, I'll take it off.

It's okay, we don't see it.

Are you sure?

Can you tuck in your chin?

One point for your razor, huh?

I'm going to keep shooting.

Try putting your left hand on a corner of the poster.

Good, I'll take a few like this.

BOMI - Singer.

Can you put this over there please?

That's not it, 'cause really, it's just that

I only wanted to see you again…

Hey, that star over there just winked at us.

Don't let go of my hand in your hand...

Because I'm just so lonely…

You can't understand that, can you?

Oh, someday it'll all disappear…

A snowman... Love's charming spell...

That's not it, 'cause really, it's just that

I only wanted a chance to cry…

The moon glimmers in the candle light.

Don't roll your eyes and walk away…

Because I just can't stand the pain...

Will you stay by my side until I fall asleep?

Oh, sugar heart, melt away already…

Like sweet, sweet ice cream…

Let's do telepathy; Read each other's minds…

All day long!

Imitation…

Illumination…

Let's go see the lights together!

That's not it, 'cause really, it's just that

I only wanted to hear you again…

I don't need this from anyone else…

Hey, Teddy Boy, I'll give it to you…

A chocolate-coated straight-jab!

Dal Segno, I wanna spacewalk…

if it's with you…

I don't mind if it's just a picture…

Let's stay together…

Hey, let's stay together!

Hey, let's stay together!

Thank you!

Just saw your message.

It's up here.

I got here pretty early.

- There's lots of people here... - Oh wow.

She's here…

It's been so long! Do you remember me?

Ms. Kimura…? Yes! So happy you hadn't forgotten…

You look great!

Want a drink? We've got booze…

Oh my gosh, I'm so nervous!

So many people…

Every single day.

Dinner's ready when I get home.

I can literally see the shape of happiness.

It's so nice you have a sweet husband.

Really. I thank God.

But that's not it…

It's so old-fashioned to think one partner should stay home.

I get it too.

I make dinner on my days off.

Now that's a meal I'd like to taste!

Essentially, for men and women...

lesbian or gay...

What society demands...

like customs and standards? It's all shit.

People should just live any way they want.

'Cause basically, it's about human relationships, right?

Absolutely.

I mean, if not, what's the point?

You've got one chance!

Yup.

Like, daily life versus expectations?

Exactly! Good morning. Hello. Goodbye.

Is that “enjoying life?”

Come see my movie with your husband. Are you listening?

- Huh? See what? - My movie.

- That's not what I'm talking about. - It's not?

You know what?

The thing with people… is that we're all gonna die someday.

My dad was having stomach problems…

But he's still healthy.

What about your family, Yuka?

Well…

How about you, Ikeda?

Both my parents passed away.

Oh, sorry, man.

Back when I was in middle school!

And we will too, someday.

Well, yeah.

If only this would never end…

Cheers.

Kimura... She was over the top.

She seems so happy.

Her husband has it rough. He doesn't even drink!

You've met him?

Yeah, he's an actor. Theater and stuff.

She made the first move. Can you believe it?

She ambushed him outside a theater to exchange business cards.

And hers says “Attorney at Law” on it.

Guess that was pretty attractive to a wanna-be actor.

So I went to see one of his shows.

He wasn't exactly good.

Did you notice Kimura's watch?

It looked super-expensive!

I guess lawyers rake in a ton of cash…

That's not very nice.

People need her services. It's only natural.

I hate it when you say “wanna-be” or “raking in cash.”

What time do you work tomorrow? Is it a photo shoot?

Hey, so…

I think I might go abroad.

That's nice, where to?

Canada

when?

For like, a week?

I probably won't come back.

I think I want to live there.

What do you mean?

I plan on living there for a while.

I already told my agency.

My mom doesn't have much longer...

Everything look okay?

If you can sign it and include your personal seal...

- So, I wanted to ask about the fee. - Sure.

What's your policy for secondary use?

Like, for online.

Right, online...

Well, we don't really do that.

So that means… - Additional payments, I'm afraid, aren't included.

That's always been our policy.

It's just the modeling fee.

And I think that's pretty standard, when it comes to stuff like online.

I wonder about that.

Well, you can mail it in later if you want.

But then the deposit will be the month after next.

Anyway, please think about it.

Manami Usamaru - Nude Model.

What's the big deal, you guys?