The Face of Jizo
Originally released in 2004. The Face of Jizo is a drama film. directed by Kazuo Kuroki.
Starring Rie Miyazawa, Yoshio Harada, and Tadanobu Asano
Synopsis
Based on a play by Hisashi Inoue, it focuses on the sufferings of the survivors of Hiroshima. The film takes place during 4 days in the summer of 1948, as the ghost of her father visits Mitsué (Rié Miyama). He had somehow learned that she has fallen in love, and tries to convince her to start her new life. But Mitsué obstinately refuses his warm and humorous encouragements : « People were killed in my place. I do not have the right to find happiness », she says.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 31, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Eisei Gekijo
- Bandai Visual
- NIHON SKY WAY
- TV Tokyo Medianet
- AOI Pro.
- Pal Entertainments Production
- Nikkatsu Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Face of Jizo about?
Based on a play by Hisashi Inoue, it focuses on the sufferings of the survivors of Hiroshima. The film takes place during 4 days in the summer of 1948, as the ghost of her father visits Mitsué (Ri...
Who directed The Face of Jizo?
The Face of Jizo was directed by Kazuo Kuroki.
How long is The Face of Jizo?
The Face of Jizo has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was The Face of Jizo released?
The Face of Jizo was released on July 31, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Face of Jizo?
The main cast of The Face of Jizo includes Rie Miyazawa, Yoshio Harada, Tadanobu Asano.