Brakeless
"Why Trains Crash"
Originally released in 2014. Brakeless is a documentary film. directed by Kyoko Miyake. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Documentary exploring one of Japan's biggest train crashes in modern history, caused when a driver tried to catch up with a delay of just 80 seconds. It's a cautionary tale of what happens when punctuality, protocol and efficiency are taken to the extreme. On Monday April 25th 2005, a West Japan Railway commuter train crashed into an apartment building and killed 107 people. Just what pressures made the driver risk so much for such a minimal delay? Piecing together personal accounts of those affected by the train crash, with insights from experts and former train drivers, the film poses a question for a society that equates speed with progress. It offers a fascinating insight into the railway's role in Japan's post-war economic boom and the dangers of corner-cutting in the prolonged economic stagnation that followed. Through the lens of this catastrophic train crash, Brakeless considers the ultimate cost efficiency.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brakeless about?
Documentary exploring one of Japan's biggest train crashes in modern history, caused when a driver tried to catch up with a delay of just 80 seconds. It's a cautionary tale of what happens when pun...
Who directed Brakeless?
Brakeless was directed by Kyoko Miyake.
How long is Brakeless?
Brakeless has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Brakeless released?
Brakeless was released on March 19, 2014 in theaters.