Achilles and the Tortoise movie poster

Achilles and the Tortoise

September 20, 2008 2h 0m 7.0/10 (104 votes)

Originally released in 2008. Achilles and the Tortoise is a comedy/drama film. directed by Takeshi Kitano. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Takeshi Kitano, Kanako Higuchi, and Yûrei Yanagi

Synopsis

Machisu is a painter. He never had the success he thinks he is entitled to. Regardless of this, he always remains trying to be successful. His wife Sachiko keeps supporting him, despite all setbacks.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 20, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 2h 0m 120 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (104 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Office Kitano
  • Bandai Visual

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Achilles and the Tortoise about?

Machisu is a painter. He never had the success he thinks he is entitled to. Regardless of this, he always remains trying to be successful. His wife Sachiko keeps supporting him, despite all setbacks.

Who directed Achilles and the Tortoise?

Achilles and the Tortoise was directed by Takeshi Kitano.

How long is Achilles and the Tortoise?

Achilles and the Tortoise has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).

When was Achilles and the Tortoise released?

Achilles and the Tortoise was released on September 20, 2008 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Achilles and the Tortoise?

The main cast of Achilles and the Tortoise includes Takeshi Kitano, Kanako Higuchi, Yûrei Yanagi, Kumiko Aso, Akira Nakao.

Is Achilles and the Tortoise worth watching?

Achilles and the Tortoise has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 104 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.