Firefly Dreams
Originally released in 2001. Firefly Dreams is a drama film. directed by John Williams.
Starring Maho, Tsutomu Niwa, and Etsuko Kimata
Synopsis
Naomi, a seventeen year-old city brat from Nagoya, finds her world turned upside down after the breakup of her parents' marriage. Packed off to the country, she reluctantly works at her aunt's inn until being asked to care for Mrs. Koide, an aging relative with Alzheimer's disease. At first, Naomi dislikes looking after the old woman, but over the course of the summer, the two develop an extraordinary friendship that transcends age and experience. The debut feature from international filmmaker John Williams (Midnight Spin), Firefly Dreams stars veteran Japanese actress Yoshie Minami (Akira Kurosawa's Ikiru) and newcomer Maho Ukai in a critically acclaimed performance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 5, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Firefly Dreams about?
Naomi, a seventeen year-old city brat from Nagoya, finds her world turned upside down after the breakup of her parents' marriage. Packed off to the country, she reluctantly works at her aunt's inn ...
Who directed Firefly Dreams?
Firefly Dreams was directed by John Williams.
How long is Firefly Dreams?
Firefly Dreams has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Firefly Dreams released?
Firefly Dreams was released on June 5, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Firefly Dreams?
The main cast of Firefly Dreams includes Maho, Tsutomu Niwa, Etsuko Kimata, Yoshie Minami.