Beat Kids movie poster

Beat Kids

"A school brass band gets a new member."

June 4, 2005 1h 55m

Originally released in 2005. Beat Kids is a comedy film. directed by Toshi Shioya.

Starring Saki Aibu, Hiroki Furukawa, and Nobuyoshi Ichimichi

Synopsis

A new student ,Eiji is forced into playing the drums for the school band by his classmate, Nanao. From the first moment he holds a drumstick in his hands, the rhythm inside Eiji is awakened and he soon becomes captive to its sonic boom. The obsessive and demanding Nanao is soon swayed by Eiji's bright character and natural kindness. Under Nanao's leadership, the band starts making waves in local competitions. Despite their success, can they survive the pressures of school, relationships, and their dreams? In Beat Kids, Director Toshi Shioya weaves a passionate rock and roll coming of age story about a teenager who uses music to turn growing pains into something extraordinary.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 4, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beat Kids about?

A new student ,Eiji is forced into playing the drums for the school band by his classmate, Nanao. From the first moment he holds a drumstick in his hands, the rhythm inside Eiji is awakened and he ...

Who directed Beat Kids?

Beat Kids was directed by Toshi Shioya.

How long is Beat Kids?

Beat Kids has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was Beat Kids released?

Beat Kids was released on June 4, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Beat Kids?

The main cast of Beat Kids includes Saki Aibu, Hiroki Furukawa, Nobuyoshi Ichimichi, Kenta Kiritani, Etsushi Toyokawa.