The Heart
Originally released in 1955. The Heart is a drama film. directed by Kon Ichikawa. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Masayuki Mori, Michiyo Aratama, and Tatsuya Mihashi
Synopsis
In the dying months of the Meiji era, a sympathetic student befriends a married couple, but soon realizes they share a curiously strained relationship stemming from an unknown incident in their past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Masayuki Mori
as Nobuchi
Michiyo Aratama
as Shizu, Nobuchi's wife
Tatsuya Mihashi
as Kaji
Shōji Yasui
as Hioki Jiro
Tanie Kitabayashi
as Hioki's mother
Akiko Tamura
as Shizu's mother
Mutsuhiko Tsurumaru
as Hioki's father
Tsutomu Shimomoto
as Hioki's elder brother
Masami Shimojō
as Employment agent
Tomoko Naraoka
as Kume, the maid
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Heart about?
In the dying months of the Meiji era, a sympathetic student befriends a married couple, but soon realizes they share a curiously strained relationship stemming from an unknown incident in their past.
Who directed The Heart?
The Heart was directed by Kon Ichikawa.
How long is The Heart?
The Heart has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was The Heart released?
The Heart was released on August 31, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Heart?
The main cast of The Heart includes Masayuki Mori, Michiyo Aratama, Tatsuya Mihashi, Shōji Yasui, Tanie Kitabayashi.