Summaries

Following the journey of a caterpillar along the Japanese islands from Nagasaki to Hokkaido, this allegorical and oblique first feature film by Kuroki depicts in exquisite images a series of encounters and life's turning points.

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Keywords
  • tokyo japan
  • kyoto japan
  • osaka japan
  • japanese new wave
  • episodic
Genres
  • Drama
Release date Feb 10, 1966
Countries of origin Japan
Language English Japanese Cantonese
Filming locations Hokkaido, Japan
Production companies Eiga Shinsha

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 40m
Color Black and White
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

Synopsis

Following the journey of a caterpillar along the Japanese islands from Nagasaki to Hokkaido, this allegorical and oblique first feature film by Kuroki depicts in exquisite images a series of encounters and life's turning points.

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