Beijing Watermelon movie poster

Beijing Watermelon

November 18, 1989 2h 15m 6.3/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1989. Beijing Watermelon is a drama film. directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Bengal, Masako Motai, and Yasufumi Hayashi

Synopsis

Shunzo is a popular greengrocer in a town near Tokyo. His life, and the lives of his wife Michi, and their two children, undergoes a dramatic change when he encounters Li, a poor college student from China.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 18, 1989 36 years ago
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Runtime 2h 15m 135 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (4 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • PSC
  • Makkusdai

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beijing Watermelon about?

Shunzo is a popular greengrocer in a town near Tokyo. His life, and the lives of his wife Michi, and their two children, undergoes a dramatic change when he encounters Li, a poor college student fr...

Who directed Beijing Watermelon?

Beijing Watermelon was directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi.

How long is Beijing Watermelon?

Beijing Watermelon has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).

When was Beijing Watermelon released?

Beijing Watermelon was released on November 18, 1989 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Beijing Watermelon?

The main cast of Beijing Watermelon includes Bengal, Masako Motai, Yasufumi Hayashi, Haruhiko Saito, Takashi Sasano.