Penance
"God may forgive you, but she never will."
Originally released in 2013. Penance is a drama film. directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa. With a runtime of 4h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kyoko Koizumi, Yu Aoi, and Eiko Koike
Synopsis
The murder of a young girl leaves the inhabitants of a small Japanese village in shock. The body of Emili is found by four classmates with whom she was playing. The murder is never solved. Emili's mother, Asako, is torn by grief and puts a curse on the four girls when they claim not to remember the killer's face. Each of the girls, in their own way, will do penance for their silence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 29, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
4h 30m
270 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (42 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- WOWOW
- Django Film
- Nikkatsu Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penance about?
The murder of a young girl leaves the inhabitants of a small Japanese village in shock. The body of Emili is found by four classmates with whom she was playing. The murder is never solved. Emili's ...
Who directed Penance?
Penance was directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa.
How long is Penance?
Penance has a runtime of 4 hours and 30 minutes (270 minutes total).
When was Penance released?
Penance was released on May 29, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Penance?
The main cast of Penance includes Kyoko Koizumi, Yu Aoi, Eiko Koike, Sakura Ando, Chizuru Ikewaki.