# Where to watch The Written Face (1995) in the UK

> The Written Face (1995) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1995  
**Runtime:** 89 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, TV Movie, Fantasy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T18:56:30.710Z)  

## Synopsis

In Japanese theater, women's roles are traditionally played by men. The man playing the woman's role, the Onnagata, does not imitate the woman, as in the West, but tries to capture her significance. He need not stick close to his model, but draws far more from his own identity - a shift of value takes place, which is nonetheless not a step beyond. THE WRITTEN FACE is an attempt to offer an insight into the Japanese Kabuki star Tamasaburo Bando, one of the last defenders of this ancient and disappearing performing tradition.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Written Face in the UK?**

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**Is The Written Face on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/507148/the-written-face-1995
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