Bitter Sweet (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2004, Bitter Sweet is a drama and romance film directed by Mitsuru Meike, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. A young couple in love prepares to marry, but--contrary to the popular stereotype--the woman develops a classic case of "cold feet" and seeks the advice of an older man. In no position to offer solid counsel since his own marriage is failing, he instead allows her to seduce him.
Who’s in it. Bitter Sweet stars Konatsu as Shoko, Hitoshi Ishikawa as Kudo, Yumika Hayashi as Keiko and Kazuhiro Sano as Yoshida, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Bitter Sweet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bitter Sweet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bitter Sweet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bitter Sweet (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bitter Sweet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bitter Sweet worth watching?
- Bitter Sweet holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bitter Sweet?
- Bitter Sweet stars Konatsu, Hitoshi Ishikawa, Yumika Hayashi, Kazuhiro Sano and Minami Aiyama.
- When was Bitter Sweet released?
- Bitter Sweet was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.