Sad Whistling
Originally released in 1949. Sad Whistling is a drama film. directed by Miyoji Ieki. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hibari Misora, Ichirō Sugai, and Keiko Tsushima
Synopsis
A young girl searches for her long-lost brother in postwar Tokyo, clinging to hope and music amid the rubble of a broken Japan. Along the way, she touches the hearts of those around her with her resilience and song.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1949
76 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sad Whistling about?
A young girl searches for her long-lost brother in postwar Tokyo, clinging to hope and music amid the rubble of a broken Japan. Along the way, she touches the hearts of those around her with her re...
Who directed Sad Whistling?
Sad Whistling was directed by Miyoji Ieki.
How long is Sad Whistling?
Sad Whistling has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Sad Whistling released?
Sad Whistling was released on October 24, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sad Whistling?
The main cast of Sad Whistling includes Hibari Misora, Ichirō Sugai, Keiko Tsushima, Yasumi Hara, Yoshito Yamaji.