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The Day the Sun Rose

1968·Movie
2h 48min

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No stream option in US yet.

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The Day the Sun Rose fingerprint

A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Violence6
  • Tension5

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Shinkichi, a peasant employed as a cloth-dyer, has a dream: in the midst of the civil war which ravages Japan, he hopes to revive the long-banned custom of the Kyoto Gion Festival, and by doing so, bring together the warring clans and rampaging brigands in peaceful celebration.
Japanese Civil War EraHistorical DramaCultural CelebrationSocial HarmonyCommunity SpiritPeriod PieceFestivalPeasant Life

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Day the Sun Rose worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Day the Sun Rose rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Day the Sun Rose?

2 h 48 min

The Day the Sun Rose runs 2 h 48 min.

Is The Day the Sun Rose based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Day the Sun Rose in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.