Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills
Based on a short story written by Shuhei Fujisawa (who also wrote Twilight Samurai, The Hidden Blade, Love and Honor), the film depicts the uneasy life of Noe Isomura (Rena Tanaka) with the difficult family she has married into after her former husband passed away. One day as she tries to brake off a branch of a cherry tree, she is aided by a samurai who she does not recognize but who recognizes her. He turns out to be a former suitor that she never met named Yaichiro Tezuka (Noriyuki Higashiyama) and who teaches swordsmanship to the local samurai. Meanwhile, the powerful new chief retainer of the village enacts land policies that threaten the survival of the local farmers.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 山桜
- Genres: History, Drama
- Release Date: 2008-05-31
- Runtime: 99 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: TEN CARAT, Bandai Visual, Destiny, Geneon Entertainment, Nichigakudo, TV Asahi
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1577
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew
Rena Tanaka
as Noe Isomura
Noriyuki Higashiyama
as Yoichiro Tezuka
Tetsuya Chiba
as Shouzaemon Isomura
Fumi Dan
as
Sumiko Fuji
as Shizu Tezuka
Reika Fujisawa
as
Ben Hiura
as
Takahiro Hōjō
as
Kôjun Itô
as
Nao Minamisawa
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills is a History, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2008-05-31.
Who are the main actors in Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
The main cast includes Rena Tanaka, Noriyuki Higashiyama, Tetsuya Chiba, Fumi Dan, Sumiko Fuji, .
Where can I watch Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills is available.
Is Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
The soundtrack was composed by TEN CARAT, Bandai Visual, Destiny, Geneon Entertainment, Nichigakudo, TV Asahi. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills filmed?▼
Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
The total runtime of Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills is 99 minutes.
Is Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills.
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