A Rose and a Tulip (2019)

Other name: 薔薇とチューリップ, Bara to Tsuripu, Rose and Tulip, Roses and Tulips

Description:

"A Rose and a Tulip" explores themes of identity and self-discovery through a captivating switch. A renowned modern artist, in Japan for his exhibition, unexpectedly encounters a Korean student studying in the country who is his uncanny doppelganger. While visiting a serene Japanese Inn, the artist proposes an audacious plan: they should trade places.

The student eagerly agrees, stepping into the dazzling world of celebrity, enjoying the perks and contemplating his aspirations for the future. Meanwhile, the artist embraces a simpler existence at the Inn. Here, he forms a deep, unexpected connection with the Inn owner's daughter, an encounter that forces him to critically reflect on his past and the true meaning of his life beyond fame. This extraordinary deception challenges both individuals, pushing them to confront who they genuinely are and what their futures truly hold.

Director: Noguchi Teruo [野口照夫]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Drama; Manga; Romance