Soundtrack: J. A. Seazer

The best movies, series, and documentaries with a soundtrack by J. A. Seazer. Enjoy the titles that feature an unforgettable music.


Direction Kunihiko Ikuhara · Takuya Igarashi

Synopsis Revolutionary Girl Utena (TV Series) (1997) follows the journey of Utena Tenjou, a young girl who, after the loss of her parents, was comforted by a mysterious prince who gifted her a ring adorned with a rose crest. Inspired by...

7.4

506 votes

7.4

506 votes

Direction Kunihiko Ikuhara

Synopsis Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena (1999) follows the journey of Utena Tenjou as she enrolls at the prestigious Ohtori Academy. Almost instantly, she finds herself entangled in a mysterious series of duels, each fought for the affection of...

7.2

229 votes

7.2

229 votes

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Hideaki Sasaki · Masahiro Saito · Yukiko Kobayashi · Fudeko Tanaka

Synopsis Throw Away Your Books, Rally in the Streets (1971) is a bold cinematic debut by Shuji Terayama, delving into the psychological landscape of alienation and advocating for a sociopolitical uprising tailored to the countercultural youth of the 1960s. Through a...

7.2

249 votes

7.2

249 votes

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Tsutomu Yamazaki · Mayumi Ogawa · Yoshio Harada · Yôko Takahashi

Synopsis Farewell to the Ark (Goodbye Ark) (1984) presents a visually captivating narrative directed by Shuji Terayama, who unfortunately passed away before the film's release. The story revolves around the illicit love between two cousins, Su-e (Mayumi Ogawa) and Sutekichi (Tsutomu...

6.8

51 votes

6.8

51 votes

Grass Labyrinth

1979 · Movie · 40 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Hiroshi Mikami · Takeshi Wakamatsu · Keiko Niitaka · Jūzō Itami

Synopsis Grass Labyrinth (1979) is a 50-minute avant-garde cinematic experience inspired by a narrative from the surrealist author Kyoka Izumi. Director Shuji Terayama employs the journey of a young man, driven to retrieve the lyrics and melody of a cherished childhood...

6.6

78 votes

6.6

78 votes

Emperor Tomato Ketchup (S)

1971 · Movie · 27 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Goro Abashiri · Tarô Apollo · Shiro Demaemochi · Mitsufumi Hashimoto

Synopsis Emperor Tomato Ketchup (S) (1971) presents a surreal and provocative narrative where a band of young children, dressed in military attire, rise up against their parents and embark on a peculiar quest to hunt adults. The film features a choir...

6.4

36 votes

6.4

36 votes

Midori

1992 · Movie · 56 min. · Japan

Direction Hiroshi Harada

Synopsis Midori (1992) chronicles the tumultuous journey of a young girl named Midori who, following the loss of her mother, finds herself entangled with a traveling carnival sideshow. Throughout her time with the carnival, Midori endures relentless harassment, abuse, and humiliation...

6.4

737 votes

6.4

737 votes

Emperor Tomato Ketchup

1970 · Movie · 76 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Goro Abashiri · Tarô Apollo · Shiro Demaemochi · Mitsufumi Hashimoto

Synopsis Emperor Tomato Ketchup (1970) presents a surreal and provocative narrative where a band of youngsters, dressed in military attire, rise up against their elders and embark on a peculiar quest to hunt down adults. The film features a chorus of...

5.5

48 votes

5.5

48 votes

The Cage (S)

1964 · Movie · 11 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Eiko Kujo · Mr. Nippon · Yoshihiro Tachiki · Ken Takeuchi

Synopsis The Cage (S) (1964) presents a series of enigmatic symbols, including a slender human figure, a clock, and a goat, seamlessly transitioning from one scene to the next. The film delves into the philosophical inquiry of whether an individual is...

5.2

87 votes

5.2

87 votes

5.2

94 votes

Private Collections

1979 · Movie · 104 min. · France

Direction Walerian Borowczyk · Just Jaeckin · Shuji Terayama

Cast Roland Blanche · Laura Gemser · Catherine Gandois · Marpessa Djian

Synopsis Private Collections (1979) presents a trio of tales. The first narrative follows a lone sailor who tumbles from his vessel and lands on a secluded tropical island. While looking for help, he encounters a nearly nude woman who is both...

5.1

25 votes

5.1

25 votes

Bokusâ

1977 · Movie · 94 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Bunta Sugawara · Kentarô Shimizu

Synopsis Bokusâ (1977) follows the journey of a promising young boxer whose life takes a dramatic turn when he inadvertently causes the death of a former boxing champion's sibling. Seeking redemption and guidance, the young fighter turns to the ex-champion for...

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The Reading Machine (S)

1977 · Movie · 21 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Toshihiko Hino · Keiko Niitaka · Takeshi Wakamatsu · Momo Yaguchi

Synopsis The Reading Machine (S) (1977) presents a thought-provoking satire that delves into the realms of knowledge and technology. The narrative revolves around an insatiable love for books, which inspires the creation of a unique, pedal-powered reading device. This contraption, a...

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Keshigomu (S)

1977 · Movie · 20 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Setsuko Fujino · Yoko Ran · Megumi Tanaka

Synopsis Keshigomu (S) (1977) presents a cinematic journey where the director's touch wipes away recollections of seaside figures, leaving the audience with a unique and thought-provoking experience. The film delves into the ephemeral nature of memory and perception, as the filmmaker's...

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Directions to Servants

1978 · Movie · 106 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Keiko Niitaka · Yoko Ran · Salvador Tari · Pancho Meguro

Synopsis Directions to Servants (1978) is a captivating theatrical presentation brought to life by the renowned Tenjo Sajiki troupe. This live performance showcases the troupe's unique style and artistic prowess, offering audiences a memorable and engaging experience.

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Cloud Cuckooland

1978 · Movie · 50 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Hitoshi Aoyama · Motohiko Hino · Yen Hirai · Makiko Hirasawa

Synopsis Cloud Cuckooland (1978) is a theatrical adaptation that draws inspiration from Jonathan Swift's satirical work. It was showcased at the Mickery Theatre by the renowned Japanese theatre group Tenjo Sajiki.

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Trial

1975 · Movie · 34 min. · Japan

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Shintokumaru

1978 · Movie · 115 min. · Japan

Direction Shuji Terayama

Cast Keiko Niitaka · Yoko Ran · Takeshi Wakamatsu

Synopsis Shintokumaru (1978) is a mesmerizing and surreal folk-psych-symph-prog-rock opera, a collaborative masterpiece by Shuji Terayama and J.A.Seazer. This cinematic experience is a historical performance from the Tenjo Sajiki, capturing the essence of a unique and captivating era in 1978.

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