The Lightning Tree
Originally released in 2010. The Lightning Tree is a history/drama film. directed by Ryuichi Hiroki. With a runtime of 2h 13m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Yu Aoi, Masaki Okada, and Keisuke Koide
Synopsis
Set during the Edo Period, a young man from a noble family meets a young woman under a special tree called "Raiou" (the tree was struck by lightning at one time with the broken part eventually sprouting out cherry blossoms). The young woman lived freely in the mountains after she was abducted as a young child. The couple soon fall in love under the Raiou tree, but become acutely aware of their different social positions & the ramifications it has on their relationship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 22, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
2h 13m
133 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- TOHO
- IMJ Entertainment
- Tokyo FM
- Chugoku Broadcasting
- RSK Sanyo Broadcasting
- Shizuoka Broadcasting System
- Tohoku Broadcasting
- Hokkaido Broadcasting
- Yahoo! Japan
- KADOKAWA Shoten
- Nippan Group Holdings
- The Asahi Shimbun
- TBS Radio
- WOWOW
- RKB Mainichi Broadcasting Corporation
- TC Entertainment
- CBC
- MBS
- dentsu
- TBS
- BROADCASTING SYSTEM OF NIIGATA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lightning Tree about?
Set during the Edo Period, a young man from a noble family meets a young woman under a special tree called "Raiou" (the tree was struck by lightning at one time with the broken part eventually spro...
Who directed The Lightning Tree?
The Lightning Tree was directed by Ryuichi Hiroki.
How long is The Lightning Tree?
The Lightning Tree has a runtime of 2 hours and 13 minutes (133 minutes total).
When was The Lightning Tree released?
The Lightning Tree was released on October 22, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Lightning Tree?
The main cast of The Lightning Tree includes Yu Aoi, Masaki Okada, Keisuke Koide, Akira Emoto, Saburo Tokito.