The Yellow Handkerchief
"Three complete strangers embark on a road-trip to Hokkaido."
Originally released in 1977. The Yellow Handkerchief is a comedy/drama film. directed by Yoji Yamada.
Starring Ken Takakura, Chieko Baisho, and Kaori Momoi
Synopsis
A convict, newly released from prison for murder, joins two strangers on a road trip through Hokkaido to visit his ex-wife, whom he hasn't seen in four years, knowing that if she puts a yellow handkerchief on the window, it would mean that she wants him back at home.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 30, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (36 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Yellow Handkerchief about?
A convict, newly released from prison for murder, joins two strangers on a road trip through Hokkaido to visit his ex-wife, whom he hasn't seen in four years, knowing that if she puts a yellow hand...
Who directed The Yellow Handkerchief?
The Yellow Handkerchief was directed by Yoji Yamada.
How long is The Yellow Handkerchief?
The Yellow Handkerchief has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was The Yellow Handkerchief released?
The Yellow Handkerchief was released on September 30, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Yellow Handkerchief?
The main cast of The Yellow Handkerchief includes Ken Takakura, Chieko Baisho, Kaori Momoi, Tetsuya Takeda, Hachiro Tako.