Hot Wind movie poster

Hot Wind

October 7, 1943 1h 48m

Originally released in 1943. Hot Wind is a drama film. directed by Satsuo Yamamoto.

Starring Susumu Fujita, Setsuko Hara, and Isao Numasaki

Synopsis

Set in wartime at the Yawata Steel Works in Tobata, Yawata, and Kokura cities in Fukuoka Prefecture, the film depicts people taking on the evil blast furnaces that prevent increased production. The film was shot on location at the actual Yawata Steel Works for an extended period of time, and special effects were created using a miniature blast furnace that closely reproduces the actual one.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 7, 1943 82 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 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 Eiga

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hot Wind about?

Set in wartime at the Yawata Steel Works in Tobata, Yawata, and Kokura cities in Fukuoka Prefecture, the film depicts people taking on the evil blast furnaces that prevent increased production. The...

Who directed Hot Wind?

Hot Wind was directed by Satsuo Yamamoto.

How long is Hot Wind?

Hot Wind has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was Hot Wind released?

Hot Wind was released on October 7, 1943 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hot Wind?

The main cast of Hot Wind includes Susumu Fujita, Setsuko Hara, Isao Numasaki, Yataro Kurokawa, Ichirō Sugai.