A Bao A Qu (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 2.3
Released in 2007, A Bao A Qu is a drama film directed by Naoki Katô, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Hasegawa is writing a sequel to his previous novel, based on a true character who murdered 9 people on the street, with the premise that the killer had a brother. The main character in his new novel, Harumi, drops out of high school and leads a quiet life, unable to understand his brother. He is scared that the same blood runs in his veins but is also enraged by the fact that his brother’s life is consumed as material for novels by many writers. A novelist, Hasegawa faces limitations in making being able to make fiction as real and cruel as it is in reality. Hasegawa hears from a witness how a murder happened but he cannot be sure if it is a true event or from her imagination. One day, Hasegawa encounters Harumi… This is an obscure yet attractive film that extends its style from Kurosawa Kiyoshi to David Lynch. The title, A Bao A Qu, comes from a shapeless being that earns its shape as the pilgrim of a true heart near him featured in Indian religion and The Arabian Nights.
Who’s in it. A Bao A Qu stars Hideo Nakaizumi, Toshiki Hirose, Aoba Kawai and Arata Takase, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, A Bao A Qu has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Bao A Qu page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Bao A Qu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Bao A Qu (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Bao A Qu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Bao A Qu worth watching?
- A Bao A Qu holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Bao A Qu?
- A Bao A Qu stars Hideo Nakaizumi, Toshiki Hirose, Aoba Kawai, Arata Takase and Junya Ishii.
- When was A Bao A Qu released?
- A Bao A Qu was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.