The Letter movie poster

The Letter

January 1, 1991 0h 5m

Originally released in 1991. The Letter is a drama film. directed by Katsutoshi Sabu. At just 5 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Kaji Hideki, Awamoto Wakako, and Hiroyuki Oki

Synopsis

"I sobbed today..." This bizarre monologue is followed by a dialogue with a unique tempo. Then, fragments of daily life are written on the screen in an unhurried manner. When the dialogue and the screen are fused together, there is an exquisite sense of mismatch, and a warm and heart-warming world begins to unfold on the screen. The film is a humorous essay in the form of a letter to a lover, telling the story of an ordinary day, but with a descriptive power that is anything but ordinary.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1991 35 years ago
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Runtime 0h 5m 5 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Jaibo Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Letter about?

"I sobbed today..." This bizarre monologue is followed by a dialogue with a unique tempo. Then, fragments of daily life are written on the screen in an unhurried manner. When the dialogue and the s...

Who directed The Letter?

The Letter was directed by Katsutoshi Sabu.

How long is The Letter?

The Letter has a runtime of 0 hours and 5 minutes (5 minutes total).

When was The Letter released?

The Letter was released on January 1, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Letter?

The main cast of The Letter includes Kaji Hideki, Awamoto Wakako, Hiroyuki Oki, Katsutoshi Sabu.