Why Not?
The film depicts carnivalesque atmosphere summed up by the cry "Ei ja nai ka" ("Why not?") in Japan in 1867 and 1868 in the days leading to the Meiji Restoration. It examines the effects of the political and social upheaval of the time, and culminates in a revelrous march on the Tokyo Imperial Palace, which turns into a massacre. Characteristically, Imamura focuses not on the leaders of the country, but on characters in the lower classes and on the fringes of society.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: ええじゃないか
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1981-01-08
- Runtime: 151 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (16 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Imamura Productions, Shochiku
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.5616
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Shigeru Izumiya
as Genji
Kaori Momoi
as Ine
Masao Kusakari
as Itoman
Ken Ogata
as Furukawa
Norihei Miki
as Masuya
Junzaburō Ban
as Toramatsu
Mitsuko Baisho
as Oko
Shigeru Tsuyuguchi
as Kinzo
Ako
as Oyoshi
Shōhei Hino
as Magoshichi
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Trailers & Clips
Why Not (1981) // Bande-annonce (VO)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Why Not??▼
Why Not? is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1981-01-08.
Who are the main actors in Why Not??▼
The main cast includes Shigeru Izumiya, Kaori Momoi, Masao Kusakari, Ken Ogata, Norihei Miki, .
Where can I watch Why Not? online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Why Not? is available.
Is Why Not? based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Why Not??▼
Why Not? has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 16 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Why Not??▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Why Not??▼
The soundtrack was composed by Imamura Productions, Shochiku. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Why Not? filmed?▼
Why Not? was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Why Not??▼
The total runtime of Why Not? is 151 minutes.
Is Why Not? suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Why Not??▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Why Not?.
Does Why Not? have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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