A Boy's Summer in 1945 (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2002, A Boy's Summer in 1945 is a drama film directed by Kazuo Kuroki, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Commencing well-respected Nippon director Kazuo Kuroki's sixth decade behind the camera, "A Boy's Summer in 1945" (literally "A Beautiful Summer in Kirishima") is a lyric, novelistic drama set in the countryside in the last days before Japan's surrender ending WWII. Striking a welcome retro note in its languid pacing and delicate handling of seriocomic ensemble threads, handsome production is a natural for fests. It might also prove a cornerstone for retrospectives or ancillary releases of works by a helmer ("Preparation of the Festival," "Ronin-gai") who's long been appreciated at home but has won just limited attention abroad.
Who’s in it. A Boy's Summer in 1945 stars Tasuku Emoto, Yoshio Harada, Tokie Hidari and Wakaba Irie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, A Boy's Summer in 1945 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Boy's Summer in 1945 page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Boy's Summer in 1945 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Boy's Summer in 1945 (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Boy's Summer in 1945 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Boy's Summer in 1945 worth watching?
- A Boy's Summer in 1945 holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Boy's Summer in 1945?
- A Boy's Summer in 1945 stars Tasuku Emoto, Yoshio Harada, Tokie Hidari, Wakaba Irie and Eri Ishida.
- When was A Boy's Summer in 1945 released?
- A Boy's Summer in 1945 was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.