Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down
陽が落ちる
Synopsis
Kakizaki Yuji’s period film is not like the jidaigeki films we are used to. While it deals with themes of seppuku, duty, and loyalty to one’s masters and the shogun, we see very little in terms of action. Instead, the film focuses on the inner thoughts and struggles of the protagonist—who is ordered to perform a ritual suicide—his wife, and their entire household, all leading up to the final moment.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yuji Kakizaki
- Original Score
- Shingo Nishimura
- Original Title
- 陽が落ちる
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- Raku Film, Kart Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yuji Kakizaki
Shingo Nishimura
Akira Kamiya
Yuji Kakizaki, Shigeji Maeda
Department Leadership Roster
Yuji Kakizaki
Director
Yuji Kakizaki
Producer
Shigeji Maeda
Producer
Akira Kamiya
Editor
Shingo Nishimura
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Frequently Asked Questions About Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down
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What is Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down about?
Kakizaki Yuji’s period film is not like the jidaigeki films we are used to. While it deals with themes of seppuku, duty, and loyalty to one’s masters and the shogun, we see very little in terms of action. Instead, the film focuses on the inner thoughts and struggles of the protagonist—who is ordered to perform a ritual suicide—his wife, and their entire household, all leading up to the final moment.
Who directed Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down?
Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down was directed by Yuji Kakizaki.
Who stars in Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down?
The principal cast of Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down includes Yuka Takeshima, Masayuki Deai, Yasuyuki Maekawa, Ema Fujisawa, Masaya Kikawada.
When was Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down released and how long is it?
Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down was composed by Shingo Nishimura.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down?
Seppuku: The Sun Goes Down holds official age classifications: FR: TP.