Summer Lights
Originally released in 2016. Summer Lights is a drama film. directed by Jean-Gabriel Périot. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hiroto Ogi, Akane Tatsukawa, and Yuzu Horie
Synopsis
On the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Akihiro, a native Japanese filmmaker living in Paris, travels to Japan to interview survivors for a documentary commemorating the victims of the attack. Deeply moved by the interviews, he decides to take a break to wander through the city during which he meets Michiko, a merry, enigmatic young woman. Michiko takes him for a joyful and improvised journey from the city towards the sea where the horrors of the past are mingled with the simplicity of the present.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 20, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Local Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summer Lights about?
On the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Akihiro, a native Japanese filmmaker living in Paris, travels to Japan to interview survivors for a documentary commemorating the victims...
Who directed Summer Lights?
Summer Lights was directed by Jean-Gabriel Périot.
How long is Summer Lights?
Summer Lights has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was Summer Lights released?
Summer Lights was released on September 20, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Summer Lights?
The main cast of Summer Lights includes Hiroto Ogi, Akane Tatsukawa, Yuzu Horie, Keiji Izumi, Mamako Yoneyama.