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The Day Before

October 20, 1939 1h 27m

Originally released in 1939. The Day Before is a drama/history film. directed by Ryō Hagiwara. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Chōjūrō Kawarasaki, Kan'emon Nakamura, and Isuzu Yamada

Synopsis

A forceful indictment of the devastating effects of war and nationalistic fanaticism on the average man, who, in the face of the absurdity of violence, is reduced to apathy or victimhood.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 20, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 1h 27m 87 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 The Day Before about?

A forceful indictment of the devastating effects of war and nationalistic fanaticism on the average man, who, in the face of the absurdity of violence, is reduced to apathy or victimhood.

Who directed The Day Before?

The Day Before was directed by Ryō Hagiwara.

How long is The Day Before?

The Day Before has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).

When was The Day Before released?

The Day Before was released on October 20, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Day Before?

The main cast of The Day Before includes Chōjūrō Kawarasaki, Kan'emon Nakamura, Isuzu Yamada, Sachiko Chiba, Hideko Takamine.