The Steam Express
水蒸気急行
Synopsis
The unique editing of the film, in which cuts of the train running according to an unreadable sequence of rules are overlaid with radio weather forecasts, '60s pop music and FEN broadcasts, and the inexhaustible camerawork and fearless cutting bring the scenery seen through the train windows to life in this ambitious film. This groundbreaking work was an independent film at the time, but was released in a hall rented by the filmmaker and drew an unprecedented audience. This is the starting point for his posthumous film Bokutachi Kyuko A-Train de Ikirou!
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yoshimitsu Morita
- Original Title
- 水蒸気急行
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yoshimitsu Morita
Yoshimitsu Morita
Yoshimitsu Morita
Department Leadership Roster
Yoshimitsu Morita
Director of Photography
Yoshimitsu Morita
Editor
Yoshimitsu Morita
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Steam Express.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Steam Express
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Steam Express about?
The unique editing of the film, in which cuts of the train running according to an unreadable sequence of rules are overlaid with radio weather forecasts, '60s pop music and FEN broadcasts, and the inexhaustible camerawork and fearless cutting bring the scenery seen through the train windows to life in this ambitious film. This groundbreaking work was an independent film at the time, but was released in a hall rented by the filmmaker and drew an unprecedented audience. This is the starting point for his posthumous film Bokutachi Kyuko A-Train de Ikirou!
Who directed The Steam Express?
The Steam Express was directed by Yoshimitsu Morita.
Who stars in The Steam Express?
The principal cast of The Steam Express includes Not specified.
When was The Steam Express released and how long is it?
The Steam Express was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 57m.