A Distant Cry from Spring movie poster

A Distant Cry from Spring

"A man, a woman, and her son – three lives thrown together on a stormy night."

March 15, 1980 2h 3m 7.3/10 (29 votes)

Originally released in 1980. A Distant Cry from Spring is a drama film. directed by Yoji Yamada. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Ken Takakura, Chieko Baisho, and Hidetaka Yoshioka

Synopsis

The quiet life of a mother and her young son living on a farm in Hokkaido is changed by the arrival of a man who ignites flames of romance in the heart of the mother and shows her boy the importance of grit and kindness, but then he leaves with the autumn wind.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 15, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 2h 3m 123 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (29 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Shochiku

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Distant Cry from Spring about?

The quiet life of a mother and her young son living on a farm in Hokkaido is changed by the arrival of a man who ignites flames of romance in the heart of the mother and shows her boy the importanc...

Who directed A Distant Cry from Spring?

A Distant Cry from Spring was directed by Yoji Yamada.

How long is A Distant Cry from Spring?

A Distant Cry from Spring has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).

When was A Distant Cry from Spring released?

A Distant Cry from Spring was released on March 15, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Distant Cry from Spring?

The main cast of A Distant Cry from Spring includes Ken Takakura, Chieko Baisho, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Tetsuya Takeda, Noko Konoha.