Aya
Originally released in 1991. Aya is a drama film. directed by Solrun Hoaas.
Starring Eri Ishida, Nicholas Eadie, and Chris Haywood
Synopsis
Aya, a young Japanese war bride, arrives in a small Australian town during the 1950s. She and her husband, Frank, are very much in love. Yet somehow Aya still feels more comfortable with the Japanese-speaking Mac, a close friend of Frank's, whose wartime experiences left him with a deep regard for Japanese culture. But Frank wants Aya to forget her Japanese past. Aya finds work in a Japanese restaurant and has a short affair with an Australian-Japanese businessman. With her marriage falling apart, Aya leaves Frank.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Australian Film Commission
- Womens Film Fund
- Film Victoria
- Australian Film Finance Corporation
- Goshu Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aya about?
Aya, a young Japanese war bride, arrives in a small Australian town during the 1950s. She and her husband, Frank, are very much in love. Yet somehow Aya still feels more comfortable with the Japane...
Who directed Aya?
Aya was directed by Solrun Hoaas.
How long is Aya?
Aya has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Aya released?
Aya was released on October 24, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Aya?
The main cast of Aya includes Eri Ishida, Nicholas Eadie, Chris Haywood, Tim Robertson, Miki Oikawa.