Sayonara Color movie poster

Sayonara Color

August 13, 2005 1h 59m 5.0/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2005. Sayonara Color is a drama/romance film. directed by Naoto Takenaka.

Starring Naoto Takenaka, Tomoyo Harada, and Yasunori Danta

Synopsis

Shohei works as a doctor in a seaside hospital. One day, a new patient is admitted to the hospital with ovarian cancer. Shohei is surprised to recognize Michiko, his first love from high school. Shohei has been leading a dissolute bachelor life, paying for the company of high school girls and dating an older woman who works in a local bar, but in reality, for the last twenty years, he has not forgotten Michiko. Unfortunately though, Michiko doesn't remember him at all. Shohei becomes more and more persistent in his attempts to get her to recall their past. At first she is annoyed by his overtures, but gradually warms to the doctor. Under Shohei's kind and patient care, Michiko's condition improves and her cancer becomes operable. The operation is a success, but now Shohei himself learns that he has terminal cancer.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 13, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 1h 59m 119 minutes total
User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • NIKKEN
  • Eisei Gekijo
  • Kindai Eiga Kyokai

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sayonara Color about?

Shohei works as a doctor in a seaside hospital. One day, a new patient is admitted to the hospital with ovarian cancer. Shohei is surprised to recognize Michiko, his first love from high school. Sh...

Who directed Sayonara Color?

Sayonara Color was directed by Naoto Takenaka.

How long is Sayonara Color?

Sayonara Color has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).

When was Sayonara Color released?

Sayonara Color was released on August 13, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Sayonara Color?

The main cast of Sayonara Color includes Naoto Takenaka, Tomoyo Harada, Yasunori Danta, Shoko Nakajima, Fumiko Mizuta.