By the Time the Moon Rises
月がのぼるまでに
Synopsis
A father and daughter in Japan climb to the top of a ridge to watch the moonrise. As they wail, an old man tells them his story. An adaptation of Tetsuya Takeda's story about the relationship between a Japanese child and an American soldier.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 8, 1991
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eiichi Yamamoto
- Screenplay & Story
- Eiichi Yamamoto
- Original Score
- Toshiyuki Watanabe
- Original Title
- 月がのぼるまでに
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 45m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eiichi Yamamoto
Eiichi Yamamoto
Toshiyuki Watanabe
Department Leadership Roster
Eiichi Yamamoto
Director
Eiichi Yamamoto
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Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is By the Time the Moon Rises about?
A father and daughter in Japan climb to the top of a ridge to watch the moonrise. As they wail, an old man tells them his story. An adaptation of Tetsuya Takeda's story about the relationship between a Japanese child and an American soldier.
Who directed By the Time the Moon Rises?
By the Time the Moon Rises was directed by Eiichi Yamamoto.
Who stars in By the Time the Moon Rises?
The principal cast of By the Time the Moon Rises includes Tetsuya Takeda, Kohei Miyauchi, Michihiro Ikemizu, Yoko Matsuoka, Yukari Wasumi.
When was By the Time the Moon Rises released and how long is it?
By the Time the Moon Rises was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 45m.
Who composed the musical score for By the Time the Moon Rises?
The original motion picture soundtrack for By the Time the Moon Rises was composed by Toshiyuki Watanabe.