Paradise View (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1985, Paradise View is a comedy and drama film directed by Gō Takamine, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Go Takamine's first theatrical feature is a pioneering work of Okinawan cinema, filmed almost entirely in Okinawan dialect. Taking place shortly before the resumption of Japanese sovereignty over Okinawa, Takamine’s film tacitly addresses the island prefecture's complicated history of occupation and feelings of dislocation through the story of a small community and its preparations for a wedding between a local girl and a Japanese teacher. On the periphery of these events is Reishu (Kaoru Kobayashi), who quits his job on a US military base and uses the extra time to catch snakes and play with ants – and get the bride-to-be pregnant. Takamine’s leisurely-paced film is full of uniquely Okinawan touches that mix in aspects of the island's folklore, accompanied by Haruomi Hosono’s spare and evocative score.
Who’s in it. Paradise View stars Kaoru Kobayashi as Reishu Goya, Jun Togawa as Chiru, Haruomi Hosono as Ito and Tomi Taira, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Paradise View has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paradise View page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paradise View tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paradise View (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paradise View change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paradise View worth watching?
- Paradise View holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paradise View?
- Paradise View stars Kaoru Kobayashi, Jun Togawa, Haruomi Hosono, Tomi Taira and Saburo Kitamura.
- When was Paradise View released?
- Paradise View was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.