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Achilles and the Tortoise

20082hTakeshi Kitano

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Machisu is a painter. He never had the success he thinks he is entitled to. Regardless of this, he always remains trying to be successful. His wife Sachiko keeps supporting him, despite all setbacks.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Achilles and the Tortoise (2008) about?

Machisu is a painter. He never had the success he thinks he is entitled to. Regardless of this, he always remains trying to be successful. His wife Sachiko keeps supporting him, despite all setbacks.

Who stars in Achilles and the Tortoise?

Achilles and the Tortoise stars Takeshi Kitano (Machisu), Kanako Higuchi (Sachiko), Yûrei Yanagi (Young Machisu), Kumiko Aso (Young Sachiko), Akira Nakao (Risuke Kuramochi). The film was directed by Takeshi Kitano.

How long is Achilles and the Tortoise?

Achilles and the Tortoise has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2008.

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