German + Rain (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film

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Released in 2007, German + Rain is a comedy and drama film directed by Satoko Yokohama, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. This wild and outrageous Japanese film by Satoko Yokohama tells the story of a 16 year old girl named Yoshiko, who lives all alone since her mother died and father entered the hospital. There isn't much opportunity in a small town for a teenage girl to make a living, so Yoshiko gives recorder lessons to the neighborhood kids - but when she learns that some of her pupils have caught the eye of a local pedophile, she takes up a part-time job as a vigilante! Her plans to do right by her odd array of students include brutal emasculation, but at the end of the day, the sweet young thing never forgets to reward her precious tykes with treats.

Who’s in it. German + Rain stars Yoshimi Nozaki as Yoshiko Hayashi, Suzune Fujioka, Michio Hisauchi and Tatsunori Honda, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch German + Rain page.

If you liked it. Fans of German + Rain tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch German + Rain (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for German + Rain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in German + Rain?
German + Rain stars Yoshimi Nozaki, Suzune Fujioka, Michio Hisauchi, Tatsunori Honda and Peter Hyman.
When was German + Rain released?
German + Rain was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.