
Kikujiro
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This heartwarming film follows the journey of a young boy named Masao, who sets out to find his estranged mother during his summer vacation. Accompanied by an unlikely companion, a gruff and somewhat irresponsible man named Kikujiro, the duo embarks on a road trip filled with unexpected adventures and encounters. Directed by Takeshi Kitano, the movie beautifully blends humor and sentimentality, showcasing Kitano’s unique storytelling style. While it did not receive major awards, it is noted for its poignant narrative and memorable performances. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:2h 2min
Views:1813
Release:1999
Release Date:1999-06-05
Genre:Best Japanese, Comedy, Drama, Family
Director:Takeshi Kitano
Actors:Beat Kiyoshi, Fumie Hosokawa, Gurêto Gidayû, Kayoko Kishimoto, Kazuko Yoshiyuki, Nezumi Imamura, Rakkyo Ide, Takeshi Kitano, The Great Gidayû, Yûko Daike, Yusuke Sekiguchi
Country:Japan
Awards:4 wins & 4 nominations total
Worldwide Gross:$281,527
TMDB:7.5
Rotten Tomatoes:61%
FilmAffinity:7.4
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