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Gips (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2001, Gips is a notable film directed by Akihiko Shiota, running about 83 minutes.

What it’s about. 22-year old secretary Kazuko first bumps into Tamaki on the way back from work. Tamaki is crawling along the sidewalk on crutches at a snail's pace, and stumbles into the young audiotypist after apparently having trouble with an ill-fitting shoe over her cast. After helping her back to her feet, Kazuko follows Tamaki back to her apartment, the two of them barely exchanging words. Once in Tamaki's room, Kazuko is dispatched on an errand to fetch some beer... Their game begins..

Who’s in it. Gips stars Machiko Ono as Kazuko, Hinako Saeki as Tamaki, Hiromi Kuronuma and Toru Tezuka, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Gips has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gips page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Gips (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gips change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Gips worth watching?
Gips holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Gips?
Gips stars Machiko Ono, Hinako Saeki, Hiromi Kuronuma, Toru Tezuka and Kanji Tsuda.
When was Gips released?
Gips was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.