Eijanaika
Originally released in 1981. Eijanaika is a drama film. directed by Shōhei Imamura. With a runtime of 2h 31m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Shigeru Izumiya, Kaori Momoi, and Masao Kusakari
Synopsis
The film depicts carnivalesque atmosphere summed up by the cry "Ei ja nai ka" ("Why not?") in Japan in 1867 and 1868 in the days leading to the Meiji Restoration. It examines the effects of the political and social upheaval of the time, and culminates in a revelrous march on the Tokyo Imperial Palace, which turns into a massacre. Characteristically, Imamura focuses not on the leaders of the country, but on characters in the lower classes and on the fringes of society.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 8, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 31m
151 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (17 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Imamura Productions
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eijanaika about?
The film depicts carnivalesque atmosphere summed up by the cry "Ei ja nai ka" ("Why not?") in Japan in 1867 and 1868 in the days leading to the Meiji Restoration. It examines the effects of the pol...
Who directed Eijanaika?
Eijanaika was directed by Shōhei Imamura.
How long is Eijanaika?
Eijanaika has a runtime of 2 hours and 31 minutes (151 minutes total).
When was Eijanaika released?
Eijanaika was released on January 8, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Eijanaika?
The main cast of Eijanaika includes Shigeru Izumiya, Kaori Momoi, Masao Kusakari, Ken Ogata, Norihei Miki.