Stranger in My Town
見知らぬわが町
Synopsis
Nozomi Takemoto, a reclusive first-year high school student, resides in Omuta with her father, a town that once thrived as a coal mining hub. As her summer break nears its end, Nozomi embarks on a bicycle ride to the town's outskirts and stumbles upon a captivating relic: the remnants of a coal mine turret that once symbolized prosperity. Intrigued by this discovery, she delves into the town's history, scouring the library for old records and materials. Along her journey, she crosses paths with a newspaper reporter assigned to cover the town's post-mining era. Through this summer adventure in an unfamiliar town, Nozomi gradually uncovers the hidden chapters of her family's past, connecting her with the experiences of her father and grandparents.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Takuya Shimizu
- Screenplay & Story
- Daisuke Habara
- Original Score
- Dai Sakakibara
- Original Title
- 見知らぬわが町
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- NHK
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Takuya Shimizu
Daisuke Habara
Dai Sakakibara
Department Leadership Roster
Daisuke Habara
Screenplay
Takuya Shimizu
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stranger in My Town
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Stranger in My Town about?
Nozomi Takemoto, a reclusive first-year high school student, resides in Omuta with her father, a town that once thrived as a coal mining hub. As her summer break nears its end, Nozomi embarks on a bicycle ride to the town's outskirts and stumbles upon a captivating relic: the remnants of a coal mine turret that once symbolized prosperity. Intrigued by this discovery, she delves into the town's history, scouring the library for old records and materials. Along her journey, she crosses paths with a newspaper reporter assigned to cover the town's post-mining era. Through this summer adventure in an unfamiliar town, Nozomi gradually uncovers the hidden chapters of her family's past, connecting her with the experiences of her father and grandparents.
Who directed Stranger in My Town?
Stranger in My Town was directed by Takuya Shimizu.
Who stars in Stranger in My Town?
The principal cast of Stranger in My Town includes Shioli Kutsuna, Tetta Sugimoto, Issey Takahashi, Umi Yamano, Ayumi Ishida.
When was Stranger in My Town released and how long is it?
Stranger in My Town was released in 2011 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Stranger in My Town?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Stranger in My Town was composed by Dai Sakakibara.