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A Human Promise (1986)

6.519862h 4mJA
Drama

Directed by Yoshishige Yoshida

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

2h 4m

Language

JA

Release

September 13, 1986

Director

Yoshishige Yoshida

Overview

An old woman has died and her widower with dementia confesses to killing her. After this, the story goes back in time to show the events leading up to her death.

Cast

Rentaro Mikuni

Rentaro Mikuni

Ryôsaku Morimoto

Chōichirō Kawarasaki

Chōichirō Kawarasaki

Yoshio, Ryôsaku's son

Orie Satō

Orie Satō

Ritsuko, Yoshio's wife

Sachiko Murase

Sachiko Murase

Tatsu, Ryôsaku's wife

Chōei Takahashi

Chōei Takahashi

Takeya Nakamura

Reiko Tajima

Reiko Tajima

Saeko Nogawa

Kumiko Takeda

Kumiko Takeda

Naoko, Yoshio's daughter

Tetta Sugimoto

Tetta Sugimoto

Takao, Yoshio's son

Koichi Sato

Koichi Sato

Masakane Yonekura

Masakane Yonekura

Tomisaburō Wakayama

Tomisaburō Wakayama

Masao Imafuku

Masao Imafuku

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Human Promise (1986), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An old woman has died and her widower with dementia confesses to killing her. After this, the story goes back in time to show the events leading up to her death.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Human Promise. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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