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19971h 30m

Natasha of the Rainbow

虹のナターシャ

Synopsis

In 1932, the shadow of war threatens, but Japan is still at peace. A sponsor of the Imperial Symphony, Lord Kuretake Kimiya, is deathly ill. He calls to his bedside Sanjou Kaoru, who is both the fiancé of his daughter Umeko and an up-and-coming conductor. Lord Kuretake has a very serious request: Many years ago, he had a daughter with a Russian woman and he begs Sanjou to search for her in Shanghai. Because her mother, Anastasia, an opera singer, was a close friend of the princess, when the revolution came, she vanished with the imperial family. Since then, Kuretake has married and had a family, and he wants his daughter Natasha to be raised in his home.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Shinji Ueda
Original Title
虹のナターシャ
Spoken Languages
Japanese
Runtime
1h 30m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Shinji Ueda

Department Leadership Roster

Shinji Ueda

Shinji Ueda

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Natasha of the Rainbow.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Natasha of the Rainbow

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Natasha of the Rainbow about?

In 1932, the shadow of war threatens, but Japan is still at peace. A sponsor of the Imperial Symphony, Lord Kuretake Kimiya, is deathly ill. He calls to his bedside Sanjou Kaoru, who is both the fiancé of his daughter Umeko and an up-and-coming conductor. Lord Kuretake has a very serious request: Many years ago, he had a daughter with a Russian woman and he begs Sanjou to search for her in Shanghai. Because her mother, Anastasia, an opera singer, was a close friend of the princess, when the revolution came, she vanished with the imperial family. Since then, Kuretake has married and had a family, and he wants his daughter Natasha to be raised in his home.

Who directed Natasha of the Rainbow?

Natasha of the Rainbow was directed by Shinji Ueda.

Who stars in Natasha of the Rainbow?

The principal cast of Natasha of the Rainbow includes Takane Fubuki, Mari Hanafusa, Todoroki Yuu, Yoka Wao.

When was Natasha of the Rainbow released and how long is it?

Natasha of the Rainbow was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.