Story Line
A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.
“For me, this is how I'll die...”
Top Cast
Rentaro Mikuni
Buhei Mukai
Masahiko Tsugawa
Dr. Koichiro Ogata
Nobuko Miyamoto
Mariko
Yoshiki Arizono
Film Staff
Tokie Hidari
Patient's Wife
Yoshihiro Katō
Radiographer
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Rating
6.9/ 10
Release Date
1993-05-29
Runtime
1h 56m
Genres
DramaComedy
