Summer's Release (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film
Released in 2004, Summer's Release is a drama film directed by Itsumichi Isomura, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Takayuki (Takao Osawa) is an elementary school teacher in Tokyo. He is seized with Behçet's syndrome, and will gradually lose his sight. He resigns from his job and leaves his girlfriend, Yoko (Yuriko Ishida) to return to his hometown, Nagasaki, where his mother lives. Takayuki spends his days strolling around Nagasaki, to imprint familiar scenes on his memory. Yoko visits him and insists on staying. Takayuki has major concerns for her future, and his own life. He drives her away, for her own good. After days of affliction, the two reunite. The story leads to an emotive conclusion, the end of his spiritual journey.
Who’s in it. Summer's Release stars Takao Osawa as Tanako, Yuriko Ishida, Sumiko Fuji and Arata Furuta, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Summer's Release page.
If you liked it. Fans of Summer's Release tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Summer's Release (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Summer's Release change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Summer's Release?
- Summer's Release stars Takao Osawa, Yuriko Ishida, Sumiko Fuji, Arata Furuta and Tatsuo Matsumura.
- When was Summer's Release released?
- Summer's Release was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.