The Village
"Enjoy this little slice of what city people call"
Originally released in 1975. The Village is a drama film. directed by Yoji Yamada. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Chieko Baisho, Akira Terao, and Masami Shimojō
Synopsis
This appears to be a labor of love. Its about a village which is given the opportunity to put on a musical. They would have to pay the overhead and, being that they are farmers and always busy and not rich, question the wisdom and feasibility of such an idea. A spokesperson for the acting troupe Ms. Kono lays out the whole thing and they must decide. You get little slices of rural life in Japan far, at least in sentiment, from Tokyo. The best thing about this film is that it has heart. The acting is good, but it is really about the simple storyline of outing on a show. Films rarely get made with such simplistic plots these days. Enjoy this little slice of what city people call “the simple life”.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 25, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
2h 7m
127 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (8 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Village about?
This appears to be a labor of love. Its about a village which is given the opportunity to put on a musical. They would have to pay the overhead and, being that they are farmers and always busy and ...
Who directed The Village?
The Village was directed by Yoji Yamada.
How long is The Village?
The Village has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).
When was The Village released?
The Village was released on October 25, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Village?
The main cast of The Village includes Chieko Baisho, Akira Terao, Masami Shimojō, Hideji Ōtaki, Hisashi Igawa.