Lanterns on Blue Waters
波の盆
Synopsis
The story of a Japanese man who as a 16-year-old went to Maui to work in the sugar cane fields in order to support his family back in Japan. Now 89 and still living in Hawaii he is visited by his granddaughter who brings him a letter from his disinherited and recently dead son. This brings back memories of his life with his wife and family following the attack on Pearl Harbor, in particular of his son who had gone off to join the war for the Americans.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Akio Jissoji
- Screenplay & Story
- Sō Kuramoto
- Original Score
- Tōru Takemitsu
- Original Title
- 波の盆
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Nippon Television Network Corporation, TV Man Union
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Akio Jissoji
Sō Kuramoto
Tōru Takemitsu
Masao Nakabori
Keiichi Uraoka
Shigeru Umetani
Department Leadership Roster
Sō Kuramoto
Writer
Akio Jissoji
Director
Masao Nakabori
Director of Photography
Tōru Takemitsu
Original Music Composer
Keiichi Uraoka
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lanterns on Blue Waters
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lanterns on Blue Waters about?
The story of a Japanese man who as a 16-year-old went to Maui to work in the sugar cane fields in order to support his family back in Japan. Now 89 and still living in Hawaii he is visited by his granddaughter who brings him a letter from his disinherited and recently dead son. This brings back memories of his life with his wife and family following the attack on Pearl Harbor, in particular of his son who had gone off to join the war for the Americans.
Who directed Lanterns on Blue Waters?
Lanterns on Blue Waters was directed by Akio Jissoji.
Who stars in Lanterns on Blue Waters?
The principal cast of Lanterns on Blue Waters includes Chishū Ryū, Haruko Katō, Kiichi Nakai, Eri Ishida, Chisako Hara.
When was Lanterns on Blue Waters released and how long is it?
Lanterns on Blue Waters was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Lanterns on Blue Waters?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lanterns on Blue Waters was composed by Tōru Takemitsu.