A Hen in the Wind
Originally released in 1948. A Hen in the Wind is a drama film. directed by Yasujirō Ozu. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kinuyo Tanaka, Shūji Sano, and Chieko Murata
Synopsis
Tokiko is a mother patiently waiting for her husband's return from the war when her 4-year old son becomes ill. She takes him to the doctor for treatment but has no way of paying. She resorts to prostitution. One month later her husband returns from WWII to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together they must deal with the consequences.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 17, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (55 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Hen in the Wind about?
Tokiko is a mother patiently waiting for her husband's return from the war when her 4-year old son becomes ill. She takes him to the doctor for treatment but has no way of paying. She resorts to pr...
Who directed A Hen in the Wind?
A Hen in the Wind was directed by Yasujirō Ozu.
How long is A Hen in the Wind?
A Hen in the Wind has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was A Hen in the Wind released?
A Hen in the Wind was released on September 17, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Hen in the Wind?
The main cast of A Hen in the Wind includes Kinuyo Tanaka, Shūji Sano, Chieko Murata, Chishū Ryū, Hōhi Aoki.