The Firefly
Originally released in 2001. The Firefly is a drama film. directed by Yasuo Furuhata.
Starring Ken Takakura, Yuko Tanaka, and Isao Natsuyagi
Synopsis
Shūji Yamaoka was a suicide pilot during the war who somehow survived Japan's surrender. After decades of working as a fisherman in Kumamoto, a provincial seaside city in southern Kyushu, Yamaoka remains reluctant to discuss his wartime experiences with anyone, much less an intrusive reporter looking for a feature story. Then a series of events shake Yamaoka to the core, forcing him to re-evaluate his past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 54m
114 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Firefly about?
Shūji Yamaoka was a suicide pilot during the war who somehow survived Japan's surrender. After decades of working as a fisherman in Kumamoto, a provincial seaside city in southern Kyushu, Yamaoka ...
Who directed The Firefly?
The Firefly was directed by Yasuo Furuhata.
How long is The Firefly?
The Firefly has a runtime of 1 hours and 54 minutes (114 minutes total).
When was The Firefly released?
The Firefly was released on May 1, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Firefly?
The main cast of The Firefly includes Ken Takakura, Yuko Tanaka, Isao Natsuyagi, Ryuji Harada, Takami Mizuhashi.