Chronicle of My Mother
Originally released in 2012. Chronicle of My Mother is a drama film. directed by Masato Harada.
Starring Koji Yakusho, Kirin Kiki, and Aoi Miyazaki
Synopsis
Best-selling novelist Kosaku Igami has made a career out of using his family as fodder for his novels, much to their dismay. When his mother, the spirited family matriarch, is diagnosed with dementia, Igami must come to terms with the toll his own behavior has taken on his increasingly distant family and resolve his own long-simmering resentments. Evocative of classic Ozu, this gorgeously wrought epic family portrait explores the tenderness and trappings of familial bonds.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 28, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 59m
119 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (17 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chronicle of My Mother about?
Best-selling novelist Kosaku Igami has made a career out of using his family as fodder for his novels, much to their dismay. When his mother, the spirited family matriarch, is diagnosed with dement...
Who directed Chronicle of My Mother?
Chronicle of My Mother was directed by Masato Harada.
How long is Chronicle of My Mother?
Chronicle of My Mother has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was Chronicle of My Mother released?
Chronicle of My Mother was released on April 28, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Chronicle of My Mother?
The main cast of Chronicle of My Mother includes Koji Yakusho, Kirin Kiki, Aoi Miyazaki, Kaho Minami, Midoriko Kimura.