
The Ceremony
Oshima’s magisterial epic, centering on the ambivalent surviving heir of the Sakurada clan, uses ritual and the microcosm of the traditional family to trace the rise and fall of militaristic Japan across several decades.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 儀式
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1971-05-18
- Runtime: 123 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (35 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Sozosha, Art Theatre Guild
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.5741
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew

Kenzō Kawarasaki
as Sakurada Masuo

Atsuko Kaku
as Sakurada Ritsuko

Atsuo Nakamura
as Tachibana Terumichi

Nobuko Otowa
as Sakurada Shizu

Hōsei Komatsu
as Sakurada Isamu

Rokkō Toura
as Sakurada Mamoru

Fumio Watanabe
as Susumu

Shizue Kawarazaki
as Sakurada Tomiko

Chisako Hara
as Isamu's flower girl

Maki Takayama
as Sakurada Kiku
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ceremony?▼
The Ceremony is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1971-05-18.
Who are the main actors in The Ceremony?▼
The main cast includes Kenzō Kawarasaki, Atsuko Kaku, Atsuo Nakamura, Nobuko Otowa, Hōsei Komatsu, .
Where can I watch The Ceremony online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Ceremony is available.
Is The Ceremony based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Ceremony?▼
The Ceremony has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 35 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Ceremony?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Ceremony?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Sozosha, Art Theatre Guild. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Ceremony filmed?▼
The Ceremony was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Ceremony?▼
The total runtime of The Ceremony is 123 minutes.
Is The Ceremony suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Ceremony?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Ceremony.
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