Rain of Light (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2001, Rain of Light is a notable film directed by Banmei Takahashi, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. This documentary-style film recreates the infamous Asama Sanso Incident of 1972 wherein an extreme faction of the Students Allied Red Army holed themselves up in a mountainous cabin in the dead of winter. By the time the police finally caught up with them, it was discovered that they had murderously turned upon themselves in a bizarre extension of their radical philosophy. This event virtually marked the end of the Student Revolution.
Who’s in it. Rain of Light stars Masato Hagiwara, Ren Osugi, Sansei Shiomi and Mansaku Ikeuchi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Rain of Light has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rain of Light page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rain of Light (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rain of Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rain of Light worth watching?
- Rain of Light holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rain of Light?
- Rain of Light stars Masato Hagiwara, Ren Osugi, Sansei Shiomi, Mansaku Ikeuchi and Nae Yuuki.
- When was Rain of Light released?
- Rain of Light was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.