The Ballad of Narayama
楢山節考
In a small village in a valley everyone who reaches the age of 70 must leave the village and go to a certain mountain top to die. If anyone should refuse they would disgrace their family. Old Orin is 69. This winter it is her turn to go to the mountain. But first she must make sure that her eldest son Tatsuhei finds a wife.
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Where can I watch The Ballad of Narayama in the United States?
The Ballad of Narayama is available to stream on ARROW and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Ballad of Narayama for free?
The Ballad of Narayama streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Ballad of Narayama?
The Ballad of Narayama scores 7.5 on The Movie Database, 7.8 on IMDb, and 88% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Ballad of Narayama?
The Ballad of Narayama stars Ken Ogata, Sumiko Sakamoto, Tonpei Hidari, Aki Takejo, and Shoichi Ozawa. Shōhei Imamura is the director.
How long is The Ballad of Narayama?
The Ballad of Narayama runs 2h 10m (130 minutes).
When did The Ballad of Narayama come out?
The Ballad of Narayama was released on April 29, 1983.
Which studio made The Ballad of Narayama?
The Ballad of Narayama was produced by Toei Company in Japan.
What language is The Ballad of Narayama in?
The Ballad of Narayama is in Japanese, and its original title is 楢山節考.
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