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Bonfire at Dawn

September 21, 2019 1h 12m

Originally released in 2019. Bonfire at Dawn is a drama film. directed by Koichi Doi. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Raiju Kamata, Motonari Okura, and Yasunari Okura

Synopsis

The Okura family has 650 years of history as performers of Japan's traditional stage art, Kyogen. One winter, Motonari Okura and his son, Yasunari, head off to undertake training in an isolated mountain resort. Motonari is determined to get Yasunari accustomed to the strict regime which includes rehearsing and cleaning. Yasunari is hurt by his father's severe attitude and almost gives up on training. One day, they are visited by an old friend and his granddaughter, Sakiko.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 21, 2019 6 years ago
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Runtime 1h 12m 72 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bonfire at Dawn about?

The Okura family has 650 years of history as performers of Japan's traditional stage art, Kyogen. One winter, Motonari Okura and his son, Yasunari, head off to undertake training in an isolated mou...

Who directed Bonfire at Dawn?

Bonfire at Dawn was directed by Koichi Doi.

How long is Bonfire at Dawn?

Bonfire at Dawn has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).

When was Bonfire at Dawn released?

Bonfire at Dawn was released on September 21, 2019 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bonfire at Dawn?

The main cast of Bonfire at Dawn includes Raiju Kamata, Motonari Okura, Yasunari Okura, Akira Sakata.