Sanctuary
"Two friends. Two destinies. One Japan."
Originally released in 1996. Sanctuary is a animation/crime film. directed by Takashi Watanabe. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kazuhiro Nakata, Takaya Hashi, and Takeshi Watabe
Synopsis
Two Japanese survivors of the Khmer Rouge massacres in Cambodia vow to find a sanctuary, even if they have to build it themselves. Returning to Japan, they take seemingly opposite paths: one becomes a politician, the other a gangster. As Asami and Houjou work through the linked worlds of politics and crime in modern Japan, they don't hesitate to do anything necessary to secure their own positions and stay true to their vow. Loyal to no one else, they find their friendship increasingly tested as they rise in their chosen fields.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Pastel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanctuary about?
Two Japanese survivors of the Khmer Rouge massacres in Cambodia vow to find a sanctuary, even if they have to build it themselves. Returning to Japan, they take seemingly opposite paths: one become...
Who directed Sanctuary?
Sanctuary was directed by Takashi Watanabe.
How long is Sanctuary?
Sanctuary has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was Sanctuary released?
Sanctuary was released on May 1, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sanctuary?
The main cast of Sanctuary includes Kazuhiro Nakata, Takaya Hashi, Takeshi Watabe, Show Hayami, Masako Katsuki.