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Rhapsody in August

Rhapsody in August

Tears. Laughter. Innocence. It was a summer of remembering.

The story centers on an elderly hibakusha, whose husband was one of 80,000 human beings killed in the 1945 atomic bombing of Nagasaki, caring for her four grandchildren over the summer. She learns of a long-lost brother, Suzujiro, living in Hawaii who wants her to visit him before he dies.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 八月の狂詩曲
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1991-05-25
  • Runtime: 98 minutes
  • Rating: 7.2/10 (144 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Kurosawa Production, Shochiku, TOHO Studios
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.9545
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Sachiko Murase

Sachiko Murase

as Kane (The Grandmother)

Hidetaka Yoshioka

Hidetaka Yoshioka

as Tateo

Tomoko Otakara

Tomoko Otakara

as Tami

Mieko Suzuki

Mieko Suzuki

as Minako

Mitsunori Isaki

Mitsunori Isaki

as Shinjiro

Hisashi Igawa

Hisashi Igawa

as Tadao

Toshie Negishi

Toshie Negishi

as Kane's daughter

Chōichirō Kawarasaki

Chōichirō Kawarasaki

as Noboru

Narumi Kayashima

Narumi Kayashima

as Machino

Richard Gere

Richard Gere

as Clark (Kane's Nephew)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Rhapsody in August Official Trailer #1 - Saburo Kadowaki Movie (1991) HD

External Links

Keywords

atomic bombhydrogen bomblong lost relativegrandmotherjapanese americannagasakimourning ritualgrandmother grandson relationshipgrandmother granddaughter relationship

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1991-05-25.

Who are the main actors in Rhapsody in August?

The main cast includes Sachiko Murase, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Tomoko Otakara, Mieko Suzuki, Mitsunori Isaki, .

Where can I watch Rhapsody in August online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Rhapsody in August is available.

Is Rhapsody in August based on a true story?

Tears. Laughter. Innocence. It was a summer of remembering.

What is the IMDb rating of Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 144 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Rhapsody in August?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Rhapsody in August?

The soundtrack was composed by Kurosawa Production, Shochiku, TOHO Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Rhapsody in August filmed?

Rhapsody in August was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Rhapsody in August?

The total runtime of Rhapsody in August is 98 minutes.

Is Rhapsody in August suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Rhapsody in August?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Rhapsody in August.

Does Rhapsody in August have a post-credit scene?

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