The Phoenix
Originally released in 1978. The Phoenix is a adventure/animation film. directed by Kon Ichikawa. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jun Fubuki, Tomisaburō Wakayama, and Toshinori Omi
Synopsis
This extraordinarily complex film is not only a send-up of every samurai film ever made, it is also an extrapolation of the value of life. The Yamatai, represented by Prince Susano-O and elderly advisor Sumuke, hire Yumihiko of Matsuro to hunt the phoenix so that Queen Himiko, sister of Susano-O can have eteranal life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 12, 1978
47 years ago
Runtime
2h 17m
137 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jun Fubuki
as Oro
Tomisaburō Wakayama
as Sarutahaiko, General of the Yamatai
Toshinori Omi
as Nagi
Masao Kusakari
as Yumihiko of Matsuro
Kaoru Yumi
as Uzume, a dancer from Matsuro
Ken Tanaka
as Takeru
Reiko Ōhara
as Hinaku
Tohru Emori
as Susanoo
Ryūzō Hayashi
as Guzuri
Mieko Takamine
as Queen Himiko of Yamatai
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
- Hi no Tori Productions
- Tezuka Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Phoenix about?
This extraordinarily complex film is not only a send-up of every samurai film ever made, it is also an extrapolation of the value of life. The Yamatai, represented by Prince Susano-O and elderly ad...
Who directed The Phoenix?
The Phoenix was directed by Kon Ichikawa.
How long is The Phoenix?
The Phoenix has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
When was The Phoenix released?
The Phoenix was released on August 12, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Phoenix?
The main cast of The Phoenix includes Jun Fubuki, Tomisaburō Wakayama, Toshinori Omi, Masao Kusakari, Kaoru Yumi.