Down Town movie poster

Down Town

October 29, 1957 0h 57m

Originally released in 1957. Down Town is a drama film. directed by Yasuki Chiba. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Isuzu Yamada, Toshirō Mifune, and Haruo Tanaka

Synopsis

A woman struggles to raise her young son on her own in postwar Japan, finding companionship with a kind laborer while still hoping for the return of her missing husband.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 29, 1957 68 years ago
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Runtime 0h 57m 57 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • TOHO

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Down Town about?

A woman struggles to raise her young son on her own in postwar Japan, finding companionship with a kind laborer while still hoping for the return of her missing husband.

Who directed Down Town?

Down Town was directed by Yasuki Chiba.

How long is Down Town?

Down Town has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).

When was Down Town released?

Down Town was released on October 29, 1957 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Down Town?

The main cast of Down Town includes Isuzu Yamada, Toshirō Mifune, Haruo Tanaka, Jun Tatara, Keiko Awaji.