The Catch
Originally released in 1961. The Catch is a war/drama film. directed by Nagisa Ōshima.
Starring Rentaro Mikuni, Akiko Koyama, and Yōko Mihara
Synopsis
Towards the end of WWII, a black American pilot is captured and imprisoned by rural Japanese villagers, who await official instructions as to how to proceed with their 'catch'.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 22, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Palace Film Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Catch about?
Towards the end of WWII, a black American pilot is captured and imprisoned by rural Japanese villagers, who await official instructions as to how to proceed with their 'catch'.
Who directed The Catch?
The Catch was directed by Nagisa Ōshima.
How long is The Catch?
The Catch has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Catch released?
The Catch was released on November 22, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Catch?
The main cast of The Catch includes Rentaro Mikuni, Akiko Koyama, Yōko Mihara, Masako Nakamura, Teruko Kishi.