A Dangerous Game of Love and Deception in Audition

Production Title: Audition
Description: In this gloriously over-the-top tale, Aoyama, a widower who has lived alone with his son ever since his wife died seven years before, finally decides it is time to remarry. A filmmaker friend proposes a casting call for a movie they don’t intend to produce, leading Aoyama to a striking young former ballerina with a mysterious past, who may not be what she seems.
Genre: Feature Film
Date Created: 03-12-15
Contact Email: contact@hydeparkentertainment.com
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Producer(s): Ashok Amritraj, Priya Amritraj, Mario Kassar, Chris McGurk, Yolanda Macias, Ryû Murakami, Joyce Jun
Writer(s): Christian Tafdrup, Mads Tafdrup
Director: Christian Tafdrup
CD: Arlie Day
Website: mariokassar.com
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Focus Features Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
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Audition: A Darkly Comic Exploration of Love and Deception

“Audition” invites viewers into a hauntingly comedic narrative where love, loss, and the complexities of dating are examined through an unconventional lens. The story follows Aoyama, a widower seeking to rekindle his romantic life after years of solitude with his son. Encouraged by a filmmaker friend, Aoyama embarks on a whimsical journey masquerading as a casting call for a nonexistent film—an endeavor that raises questions about authenticity and the masks we wear in pursuit of connection.

The film features a compelling performance by a talented ensemble led by the enigmatic Yamasaki Asami, a former ballerina with a shadowy background that only adds layers to her character. As the narrative unfolds, Aoyama’s infatuation blinds him to the darker truth lurking beneath Asami’s poised exterior, creating an intricate web of tension that reveals the fine line between desire and danger. Directed by Christian Tafdrup, “Audition” promises to deliver a thought-provoking experience punctuated by humor and unexpected twists, making it a standout production in contemporary cinema.