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Back Head

January 1, 1984 2h 4m

Originally released in 1984. Back Head is a feature film. directed by Hisashi Saito. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Atsushi Hirata, Okamoto Hitoko, and Asada Minako

Synopsis

Tsujiko is a college student who suddenly cuts her hair short like a man. Her ordinary daily life is captured with an ultra-long camera that is almost always left unmoved. Episodes with her friends from her high school days are cut back and forth in black and white, and the past and present are told in an unhurried manner. However, the past soon becomes a duplicate of the present, and every day turns into a daringly extraordinary one. Inspired by a short film of the same title by Fumiko Takano.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1984 42 years ago
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Runtime 2h 4m 124 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Back Head about?

Tsujiko is a college student who suddenly cuts her hair short like a man. Her ordinary daily life is captured with an ultra-long camera that is almost always left unmoved. Episodes with her friends...

Who directed Back Head?

Back Head was directed by Hisashi Saito.

How long is Back Head?

Back Head has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).

When was Back Head released?

Back Head was released on January 1, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Back Head?

The main cast of Back Head includes Atsushi Hirata, Okamoto Hitoko, Asada Minako.