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Rhapsody in August

八月の狂詩曲

1991 · 1h 38m · Released

PG Drama

An elderly Nagasaki hibakusha spends a summer caring for her four grandchildren, whose curiosity about the 1945 bombing stirs buried memories and moral questions. When an American nephew from Hawaii visits, the family confronts grief, guilt, and the possibility of reconciliation across generations.

7.2 The Movie Database
Read the book by Kiyoko Murata

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Rhapsody in August Official Trailer #1 - Saburo Kadowaki Movie (1991) HD

Top cast and crew

Akira Kurosawa Director
Sachiko Murase Kane (The Grandmother)
Hidetaka Yoshioka Tateo
Tomoko Otakara Tami
Mieko Suzuki Minako
Mitsunori Isaki Shinjiro
Hisashi Igawa Tadao
Toshie Negishi Kane's daughter
Chōichirō Kawarasaki Noboru
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Where can I watch Rhapsody in August in the United States?

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What are the ratings for Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August stars Sachiko Murase, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Tomoko Otakara, Mieko Suzuki, and Mitsunori Isaki. Akira Kurosawa is the director.

How long is Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August runs 1h 38m (98 minutes).

When did Rhapsody in August come out?

Rhapsody in August was released on May 25, 1991.

Which studio made Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August was produced by Kurosawa Production, Shochiku, and Sony PCL in Japan.

What language is Rhapsody in August in?

Rhapsody in August is in Japanese, and its original title is 八月の狂詩曲.

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