Kites and Other Tales
Synopsis
Modern kite maker Tom Joe seeks to preserve the craft of kite making as well as the traditional Asian folklore behind it. Alan Takemoto illustrates Tom Joe’s tales of the Polynesian fish kite made from leaves and branches to fool fish; the Chinese general whose trapped army fashioned a fighting kite; and Shirone, the “kite crazy town” in Japan where 20-foot fighting kites duel in magnificent matches. Children will be inspired to try making these kites.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Ohashi
- Original Score
- Dan Kuramoto, June Kuramoto
- Original Title
- Kites and Other Tales
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Visual Communications
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Ohashi
Dan Kuramoto, June Kuramoto
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Ohashi
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Kites and Other Tales.
Similar Titles to Kites and Other Tales
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
9.0
9.0
7.4
7.2
10.0
More Like Kites and Other Tales
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kites and Other Tales
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kites and Other Tales about?
Modern kite maker Tom Joe seeks to preserve the craft of kite making as well as the traditional Asian folklore behind it. Alan Takemoto illustrates Tom Joe’s tales of the Polynesian fish kite made from leaves and branches to fool fish; the Chinese general whose trapped army fashioned a fighting kite; and Shirone, the “kite crazy town” in Japan where 20-foot fighting kites duel in magnificent matches. Children will be inspired to try making these kites.
Who directed Kites and Other Tales?
Kites and Other Tales was directed by Alan Ohashi.
Who stars in Kites and Other Tales?
The principal cast of Kites and Other Tales includes Tom Joe, Yuki Shimoda.
When was Kites and Other Tales released and how long is it?
Kites and Other Tales was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Kites and Other Tales?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kites and Other Tales was composed by Dan Kuramoto, June Kuramoto.