Little Taiko Boy (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2010, Little Taiko Boy is a music film directed by Bryan Jackson, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Little Taiko Boy's soundtrack is a safer-sex parody of the American Christmas carol "The Little Drummer Boy" interspersed with the slow rumble of a traditional Japanese taiko drum that sounds like a massive throbbing heart beat. Against this backdrop, several men meet in Tokyo's bathhouses, love hotels and cruising spots for intimate encounters, watched over by a glamorous drag version of Amaterasu Omikami, the Shinto goddess of the Sun played by Japanese activist and artist MADAME BONJOUR JOHNJ.
Who’s in it. Little Taiko Boy stars Cesar Cipriano as Little Taiko Boy, Eric Dean, Viet Hoang and Eric Hsu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Little Taiko Boy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Little Taiko Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Little Taiko Boy tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Little Taiko Boy (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Little Taiko Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Little Taiko Boy worth watching?
- Little Taiko Boy holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Little Taiko Boy?
- Little Taiko Boy stars Cesar Cipriano, Eric Dean, Viet Hoang, Eric Hsu and Madame Bonjour Johnj.
- When was Little Taiko Boy released?
- Little Taiko Boy was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.