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September Sky

1978·Movie
1h 31min
60
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Coming of Age8
  • Romance7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

History, growing up, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

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About

Kobayashi Isamu, a first-year high school student, lives in a family of four with his father, an artist, his mother, an insurance agent, and his sister, an office worker. To make ends meet, he works as a milkman. At school, he is a member of the kendo club and spends his days working out with his seniors. Over time, he has various encounters with a series of girls.
Japanese CinemaComing-of-Age1970s JapanHigh School LifeNostalgicMelancholyFamily DynamicsFirst LoveSlice of Life

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Is September Sky worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is September Sky?

1 h 31 min

September Sky runs 1 h 31 min.

Is September Sky based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is September Sky in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.