When Winter Comes
Originally released in 1985. When Winter Comes is a tv movie/family film. directed by Yukio Fukamachi.
Starring Chishū Ryū, Kayoko Kishimoto, and Eitarō Ozawa
Synopsis
An old man cashes in all his possessions and sets off on a journey to the Tohoku region in late autumn. Along the way, he visits a friend on his deathbed and develops a faint affection for an elegant old woman, but the purpose of his journey is actually to find a place to die. He gives a large sum of money to a young couple, who are poor but have a dream for the future, and tries to throw himself into the sea. The movie depicts the loneliness of an old man who has lost his wife.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 30, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- NHK
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When Winter Comes about?
An old man cashes in all his possessions and sets off on a journey to the Tohoku region in late autumn. Along the way, he visits a friend on his deathbed and develops a faint affection for an elega...
Who directed When Winter Comes?
When Winter Comes was directed by Yukio Fukamachi.
How long is When Winter Comes?
When Winter Comes has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was When Winter Comes released?
When Winter Comes was released on March 30, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When Winter Comes?
The main cast of When Winter Comes includes Chishū Ryū, Kayoko Kishimoto, Eitarō Ozawa, Kamatari Fujiwara, Sadako Sawamura.