Dodes'ka-den
Originally released in 1970. Dodes'ka-den is a drama film. directed by Akira Kurosawa. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Yoshitaka Zushi, Kin Sugai, and Toshiyuki Tonomura
Synopsis
On a Tokyo dump’s shantytown edge, interwoven vignettes follow residents scraping by: a boy who “drives” an imaginary trolley, a homeless father and son designing a dream house, a young woman brutalized at home, drunks, schemers, and saints of small kindnesses. Kurosawa crafts a ragged mosaic of hardship, fantasy, and flickers of grace that keep people moving forward.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (146 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Yonki-no-Kai Productions
- TOHO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodes'ka-den about?
On a Tokyo dump’s shantytown edge, interwoven vignettes follow residents scraping by: a boy who “drives” an imaginary trolley, a homeless father and son designing a dream house, a young woman...
Who directed Dodes'ka-den?
Dodes'ka-den was directed by Akira Kurosawa.
How long is Dodes'ka-den?
Dodes'ka-den has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was Dodes'ka-den released?
Dodes'ka-den was released on October 31, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dodes'ka-den?
The main cast of Dodes'ka-den includes Yoshitaka Zushi, Kin Sugai, Toshiyuki Tonomura, Shinsuke Minami, Yūko Kusunoki.
Is Dodes'ka-den worth watching?
Dodes'ka-den has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 146 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.