Crystal
水晶
Synopsis
Crystal unfolds as a series of evocative, non-linear vignettes where fleeting images and sensations merge into a meditation on memory and time. A solitary figure moves through shifting urban and natural landscapes—fragments of childhood recollections, dreamlike encounters, and dissolving reflections in water or glass. Objects transform unexpectedly - a lantern flickers into a memory, a stranger’s face blurs into light - blurring boundaries between past and present.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Isao Yamada
- Screenplay & Story
- Hiroko Ishimaru, Isao Yamada, Masayuki Mori
- Original Score
- Masayuki Imai
- Original Title
- 水晶
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- Gingagahou-sha Eiga Club
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Isao Yamada
Hiroko Ishimaru, Isao Yamada, Masayuki Mori
Masayuki Imai
Tomohiro Aso
Department Leadership Roster
Isao Yamada
Director
Hiroko Ishimaru
Writer
Isao Yamada
Writer
Masayuki Mori
Writer
Tomohiro Aso
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Crystal.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crystal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Crystal about?
Crystal unfolds as a series of evocative, non-linear vignettes where fleeting images and sensations merge into a meditation on memory and time. A solitary figure moves through shifting urban and natural landscapes—fragments of childhood recollections, dreamlike encounters, and dissolving reflections in water or glass. Objects transform unexpectedly - a lantern flickers into a memory, a stranger’s face blurs into light - blurring boundaries between past and present.
Who directed Crystal?
Crystal was directed by Isao Yamada.
Who stars in Crystal?
The principal cast of Crystal includes Hiroko Ishimaru.
When was Crystal released and how long is it?
Crystal was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Crystal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Crystal was composed by Masayuki Imai.