Plot
1983 film
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Why Watch This
Barefoot Gen is a Japanese-language drama anime and manga, drama and historical anime and manga film from Japan, directed by Mori Masaki. It is written by Keiji Nakazawa. The cast features Takeshi Aono, Katsuji Mori, Wendee Lee, Taeko Nakanishi and Barbara Goodson, alongside Issei Miyazaki and Kōichi Kitamura. It runs 85 minutes.
Best For
Drama anime and manga fans, Drama lovers, Historical anime and manga fans, Japanese cinema lovers, Mori Masaki followers, Takeshi Aono fans, Katsuji Mori fans
The CinePearl Take
Barefoot Gen is a Japanese film that blends drama anime and manga, drama and historical anime and manga — expect character-driven, emotional storytelling. Mori Masaki directs and the script comes from Keiji Nakazawa. Takeshi Aono and Katsuji Mori are among the leads. Made in Japan, it is a natural pick for anyone exploring Japanese-language films. At 85 minutes, it keeps a brisk pace.
Cast & Crew
- Director
- Mori Masaki
- Cast
- Takeshi Aono, Katsuji Mori, Wendee Lee, Taeko Nakanishi, Barbara Goodson, Issei Miyazaki, Kōichi Kitamura
- Writer
- Keiji Nakazawa
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