Unending Advance
Originally released in 1937. Unending Advance is a drama film. directed by Tomu Uchida.
Starring Isamu Kosugi, Hisako Takihana, and Yukiko Todoroki
Synopsis
One of Uchida’s early sound films, Unending Advance is based on a curious story by Yasujiro Ozu, in which an examination of the quotidian problems of a middle-aged salaryman and his family segues into an idyllic dream of an implausible future. The surviving print, although incomplete, offers an essential glimpse into Uchida’s prewar period, when he was associated more with realist dramas than with the period films that dominated his work after the war.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unending Advance about?
One of Uchida’s early sound films, Unending Advance is based on a curious story by Yasujiro Ozu, in which an examination of the quotidian problems of a middle-aged salaryman and his family segues...
Who directed Unending Advance?
Unending Advance was directed by Tomu Uchida.
How long is Unending Advance?
Unending Advance has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was Unending Advance released?
Unending Advance was released on November 3, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Unending Advance?
The main cast of Unending Advance includes Isamu Kosugi, Hisako Takihana, Yukiko Todoroki, Ureo Egawa, Akihiko Katayama.