A Slope in the Sun (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1958, A Slope in the Sun is a romance film directed by Tomotaka Tasaka, running about 209 minutes.
What it’s about. The young Takako Kuramoto has come to Tokyo to study and starts working for the rich Tashiro family as tutor of the daughter, Kumiko, while she receives attention from her two older brothers, Yukichi and Shinji. Meanwhile, the exact parentage of Shinji comes to light.
Who’s in it. A Slope in the Sun stars Yūjirō Ishihara as Shinji Tashiro, Mie Kitahara as Takako Kuramoto, Izumi Ashikawa as Kumiko Tashiro and Tamio Kawachi as Tamio Takagi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, A Slope in the Sun has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Slope in the Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Slope in the Sun tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Slope in the Sun (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Slope in the Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Slope in the Sun worth watching?
- A Slope in the Sun holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Slope in the Sun?
- A Slope in the Sun stars Yūjirō Ishihara, Mie Kitahara, Izumi Ashikawa, Tamio Kawachi and Yuji Odaka.
- When was A Slope in the Sun released?
- A Slope in the Sun was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 209 minutes.