Black Rain
"We do not live only to die."
Originally released in 1989. Black Rain is a drama/history film. directed by Shōhei Imamura. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Yoshiko Tanaka, Kazuo Kitamura, and Etsuko Ichihara
Synopsis
Shigematsu Shizuma, who lives with his family in a village near Fukuyama, was in Hiroshima with his wife and niece just after the devastating atomic bombing, a tragedy that cruelly took the lives of thousands of people and forever marked the harsh existence of the survivors.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 13, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (126 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Hayashibara Group
- Imamura Productions
- TFC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Rain about?
Shigematsu Shizuma, who lives with his family in a village near Fukuyama, was in Hiroshima with his wife and niece just after the devastating atomic bombing, a tragedy that cruelly took the lives o...
Who directed Black Rain?
Black Rain was directed by Shōhei Imamura.
How long is Black Rain?
Black Rain has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Black Rain released?
Black Rain was released on May 13, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Black Rain?
The main cast of Black Rain includes Yoshiko Tanaka, Kazuo Kitamura, Etsuko Ichihara, Masato Yamada, Shoichi Ozawa.
Is Black Rain worth watching?
Black Rain has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 126 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.