The Ceremony
Originally released in 1971. The Ceremony is a drama film. directed by Nagisa Ōshima. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kenzō Kawarasaki, Atsuko Kaku, and Atsuo Nakamura
Synopsis
Oshima’s magisterial epic, centering on the ambivalent surviving heir of the Sakurada clan, uses ritual and the microcosm of the traditional family to trace the rise and fall of militaristic Japan across several decades.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 18, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (39 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kenzō Kawarasaki
as Sakurada Masuo
Atsuko Kaku
as Sakurada Ritsuko
Atsuo Nakamura
as Tachibana Terumichi
Nobuko Otowa
as Sakurada Shizu
Hōsei Komatsu
as Sakurada Isamu
Rokkō Toura
as Sakurada Mamoru
Fumio Watanabe
as Susumu
Shizue Kawarazaki
as Sakurada Tomiko
Chisako Hara
as Isamu's flower girl
Maki Takayama
as Sakurada Kiku
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Sozosha
- Art Theatre Guild
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ceremony about?
Oshima’s magisterial epic, centering on the ambivalent surviving heir of the Sakurada clan, uses ritual and the microcosm of the traditional family to trace the rise and fall of militaristic Japa...
Who directed The Ceremony?
The Ceremony was directed by Nagisa Ōshima.
How long is The Ceremony?
The Ceremony has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was The Ceremony released?
The Ceremony was released on May 18, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ceremony?
The main cast of The Ceremony includes Kenzō Kawarasaki, Atsuko Kaku, Atsuo Nakamura, Nobuko Otowa, Hōsei Komatsu.