The Ode to Joy
Originally released in 2006. The Ode to Joy is a drama/history film. directed by Masanobu Deme. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ken Matsudaira, Bruno Ganz, and Hiroshi Abe
Synopsis
Based on the true story of the Bandō prisoner-of-war camp in World War I. It depicts the friendship of the German POWs with the director of the camp and local residents at the stage of Naruto, Tokushima Prefecture, in Japan.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 17, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
2h 15m
135 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Yomiuri Shimbun Company
- Nippan Group Holdings
- Shinano Art & Culture Consultant Co., Ltd.
- TV Asahi
- Tokyo FM
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ode to Joy about?
Based on the true story of the Bandō prisoner-of-war camp in World War I. It depicts the friendship of the German POWs with the director of the camp and local residents at the stage of Naruto, Tok...
Who directed The Ode to Joy?
The Ode to Joy was directed by Masanobu Deme.
How long is The Ode to Joy?
The Ode to Joy has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
When was The Ode to Joy released?
The Ode to Joy was released on June 17, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ode to Joy?
The main cast of The Ode to Joy includes Ken Matsudaira, Bruno Ganz, Hiroshi Abe, Jun Kunimura, Oliver Bootz.