Madadayo

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In postwar Tokyo, beloved writer-professor Hyakken Uchida retires and is buoyed through hardship by the fierce devotion of his former students, who honor him each year with a raucous “Not yet!” birthday toast. Told in warm, gently comic vignettes, Kurosawa’s farewell celebrates aging, friendship, and the sustaining ritual of teacher and pupils refusing to say goodbye.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Comedy

Director

Akira Kurosawa

Original Language

JA

What is Madadayo about?

In postwar Tokyo, beloved writer-professor Hyakken Uchida retires and is buoyed through hardship by the fierce devotion of his former students, who honor him each year with a raucous “Not yet!” birthday toast. Told in warm, gently comic vignettes, Kurosawa’s farewell celebrates aging, friendship, and the sustaining ritual of teacher and pupils refusing to say goodbye.

Who directed Madadayo?

Madadayo was directed by Akira Kurosawa.

When was Madadayo released?

Madadayo was released on April 17, 1993.

How long is Madadayo?

Madadayo has a runtime of 2h 14m.

Where can I track Madadayo?

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