Oyu
Synopsis
It is the last day of the year and night falls on the small town of Toyama, Japan. A man who has come to the public baths to retrieve a forgotten object finds an old but valid ticket and lets himself be tempted. Among clouds of vapor and the gestures and conversations around him, a simple bath slowly becomes an invitation to existential reflection.
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Pragueshorts Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Atsushi Hirai
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Bertier, Atsushi Hirai
- Original Title
- Oyu
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- MLD Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Atsushi Hirai
Martin Bertier, Atsushi Hirai
Benoît Pain
Jehan Folqué
Department Leadership Roster
Atsushi Hirai
Director
Martin Bertier
Writer
Atsushi Hirai
Writer
Benoît Pain
Director of Photography
Jehan Folqué
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oyu
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What is Oyu about?
It is the last day of the year and night falls on the small town of Toyama, Japan. A man who has come to the public baths to retrieve a forgotten object finds an old but valid ticket and lets himself be tempted. Among clouds of vapor and the gestures and conversations around him, a simple bath slowly becomes an invitation to existential reflection.
Who directed Oyu?
Oyu was directed by Atsushi Hirai.
Who stars in Oyu?
The principal cast of Oyu includes Okihiko Yoshizawa, Hisako Mizuki, Satchiko Okuno, Kôta Tsunezawa.
When was Oyu released and how long is it?
Oyu was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 21m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Oyu?
Oyu holds official age classifications: FR: TP.