The Big Wave
Originally released in 1961. The Big Wave is a drama film. directed by Tad Danielewski. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jūzō Itami, Mickey Curtis, and Heihachirō Ōkawa
Synopsis
Yukio, a farm boy, and Toru, a fisherboy, live in a small Japanese village that is periodically threatened by a volcano on one side and tidal waves on the other. Yukio's younger sister Setsu follows then and dreams of becoming a pearl diver. Toru is preparing to go fishing with his father when a bell tolls and a danger flag is hung high on the hill behind the village to warn of an impending tidal wave by the village patriarch, known as Old Gentleman.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Wave about?
Yukio, a farm boy, and Toru, a fisherboy, live in a small Japanese village that is periodically threatened by a volcano on one side and tidal waves on the other. Yukio's younger sister Setsu follow...
Who directed The Big Wave?
The Big Wave was directed by Tad Danielewski.
How long is The Big Wave?
The Big Wave has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was The Big Wave released?
The Big Wave was released on April 2, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big Wave?
The main cast of The Big Wave includes Jūzō Itami, Mickey Curtis, Heihachirō Ōkawa, Chieko Murata, Sessue Hayakawa.