Danchi Woman
Originally released in 2018. Danchi Woman is a documentary film. directed by Akiko Sugimoto. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shizu Uchikoshi
Synopsis
85 years old and never married, Shizu has spent the past 3 decades living in one "Danchi" - the Japanese word for public housing - and filling it with the lifetime of souvenirs that have always kept her company. When the danchi is scheduled for demolition, Shizu and neighbors must say goodbye to their homes, and move into newer danchi that are too small to hold all of Shizu's mementos. This intimate documentary captures Shizu's sense of humor, and profound nostalgia, as she sorts through relics of her past, and chooses which memories she must fit into her new home, and which ones she can let go of.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 6m
66 minutes total
Budget
$3M
Production budget
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
- Budget
- $3,000,000
Production Companies
- Impleo
- Assemblage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danchi Woman about?
85 years old and never married, Shizu has spent the past 3 decades living in one "Danchi" - the Japanese word for public housing - and filling it with the lifetime of souvenirs that have always kep...
Who directed Danchi Woman?
Danchi Woman was directed by Akiko Sugimoto.
How long is Danchi Woman?
Danchi Woman has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).
When was Danchi Woman released?
Danchi Woman was released on June 1, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Danchi Woman?
The main cast of Danchi Woman includes Shizu Uchikoshi.