To Daisuke in Heaven
天国のダイスケへ〜箱根駅伝が結んだ絆〜
Synopsis
After making a career-derailing error, political reporter Yohei Iida is reluctantly reassigned to cover the Takushoku University track team as they return to the prestigious Hakone relay race after 13 years. There, he meets Sato Daisuke, an exceptionally optimistic 23-year-old runner determined to win and eventually reach the Olympics. As Yohei struggles with his own personal and professional turmoil, he uncovers a tragic reality: Daisuke has been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Deeply moved by Daisuke fighting his disease with the same relentless resolve he gave to running, Yohei makes a solemn promise to the young athlete. Confronted by Daisuke's courage, Yohei is challenged to abandon his cynicism, face his own failures, and find renewed purpose in life.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ryuichi Inomata
- Screenplay & Story
- Tomoko Aizawa
- Original Score
- Masaharu Fukuyama
- Original Title
- 天国のダイスケへ〜箱根駅伝が結んだ絆〜
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Production Studios
- VAP
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ryuichi Inomata
Tomoko Aizawa
Masaharu Fukuyama
Department Leadership Roster
Tomoko Aizawa
Screenplay
Ryuichi Inomata
Director
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What is To Daisuke in Heaven about?
After making a career-derailing error, political reporter Yohei Iida is reluctantly reassigned to cover the Takushoku University track team as they return to the prestigious Hakone relay race after 13 years. There, he meets Sato Daisuke, an exceptionally optimistic 23-year-old runner determined to win and eventually reach the Olympics. As Yohei struggles with his own personal and professional turmoil, he uncovers a tragic reality: Daisuke has been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Deeply moved by Daisuke fighting his disease with the same relentless resolve he gave to running, Yohei makes a solemn promise to the young athlete. Confronted by Daisuke's courage, Yohei is challenged to abandon his cynicism, face his own failures, and find renewed purpose in life.
Who directed To Daisuke in Heaven?
To Daisuke in Heaven was directed by Ryuichi Inomata.
Who stars in To Daisuke in Heaven?
The principal cast of To Daisuke in Heaven includes Masaharu Fukuyama, Asaka Seto, Shun Oguri, Rio Matsumoto, Ikkei Watanabe.
When was To Daisuke in Heaven released and how long is it?
To Daisuke in Heaven was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 2h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for To Daisuke in Heaven?
The original motion picture soundtrack for To Daisuke in Heaven was composed by Masaharu Fukuyama.