

NARAKUE
Synopsis
Third part of the Elements series. A world without dialogue, which is developed with the motif of "Earth". The camera submerged on the ground continues to descend like an elevator, and strange images develop one after another. It is a work that shows the "shadow" of human beings like a panorama. A special style that transcends the time and space of the story and shows 80 scenes in one cut.
Top Cast
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Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Makoto Tezuka
- Screenplay & Story
- Makoto Tezuka
- Original Score
- Ichiko Hashimoto
- Original Title
- NARAKUE
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 45m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Makoto Tezuka
Makoto Tezuka
Ichiko Hashimoto
Haruhi Fujii
Mari Kishi
Department Leadership Roster
Makoto Tezuka
Writer
Haruhi Fujii
Director of Photography
Makoto Tezuka
Director
Toshihiro Isomi
Production Design
Mari Kishi
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for NARAKUE.
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Frequently Asked Questions About NARAKUE
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is NARAKUE about?
Third part of the Elements series. A world without dialogue, which is developed with the motif of "Earth". The camera submerged on the ground continues to descend like an elevator, and strange images develop one after another. It is a work that shows the "shadow" of human beings like a panorama. A special style that transcends the time and space of the story and shows 80 scenes in one cut.
Who directed NARAKUE?
NARAKUE was directed by Makoto Tezuka.
Who stars in NARAKUE?
The principal cast of NARAKUE includes Kazuho Kurata, Munehisa Sakurada, Keiko Yokomachi, Miyuki Ono, Masao Kusakari.
When was NARAKUE released and how long is it?
NARAKUE was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 45m.
Who composed the musical score for NARAKUE?
The original motion picture soundtrack for NARAKUE was composed by Ichiko Hashimoto.




















