The Firefly
Japanese film icon Ken Takakura, who has starred in over 100 films, stars in this elegiac look at war and remembrance. Hideji Yamaoka (Takakura) was a suicide pilot during the war who somehow survived Japan's surrender. After decades of working as a fisherman in Kumamoto, a provincial seaside city in southern Kyushu, Yamaoka remains reluctant to discuss his wartime experiences with anyone, much less an intrusive reporter looking for a feature story. Then a series of events shake Yamaoka to the core, forcing him to re-evaluate his past.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: ホタル
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2001-05-01
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0998
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Ken Takakura
as Yamaoka Shuji
Yuko Tanaka
as Tomoko Yamaoka
Isao Natsuyagi
as Takemoto
Ryuji Harada
as Tetsuo
Takami Mizuhashi
as Hotaru
Ayako Kobayashi
as
Kiichi Nakai
as
Hisashi Igawa
as
Tomoko Naraoka
as
Nenji Kobayashi
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Firefly?▼
The Firefly is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2001-05-01.
Who are the main actors in The Firefly?▼
The main cast includes Ken Takakura, Yuko Tanaka, Isao Natsuyagi, Ryuji Harada, Takami Mizuhashi, .
Where can I watch The Firefly online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Firefly is available.
Is The Firefly based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Firefly?▼
The Firefly has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Firefly?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Firefly?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Firefly filmed?▼
The Firefly was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Firefly?▼
The total runtime of The Firefly is 114 minutes.
Is The Firefly suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Firefly?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Firefly.
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