Farewell to the Land movie poster

Farewell to the Land

April 9, 1982 2h 14m 4.1/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1982. Farewell to the Land is a drama film. directed by Mitsuo Yanagimachi. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jinpachi Nezu, Kumiko Akiyoshi, and Jirô Chiba

Synopsis

Yukio is an ex-farmer working as a dump-truck driver in Kashima. Haunted by the drowning of his two young sons, whose names he has had tattooed on his back in penance, and locked in a sibling rivalry with his traditional but urbane younger brother who lives in Tokyo, Yukio has become an amphetamine-addicted loner at odds with his family, friends and colleagues.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 9, 1982 43 years ago
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Runtime 2h 14m 134 minutes total
User Rating 4.1/10 Mixed (7 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

  • GUNRO

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Farewell to the Land about?

Yukio is an ex-farmer working as a dump-truck driver in Kashima. Haunted by the drowning of his two young sons, whose names he has had tattooed on his back in penance, and locked in a sibling rival...

Who directed Farewell to the Land?

Farewell to the Land was directed by Mitsuo Yanagimachi.

How long is Farewell to the Land?

Farewell to the Land has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).

When was Farewell to the Land released?

Farewell to the Land was released on April 9, 1982 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Farewell to the Land?

The main cast of Farewell to the Land includes Jinpachi Nezu, Kumiko Akiyoshi, Jirô Chiba, Miyako Yamaguchi, Kazuko Shirakawa.