Red Persimmons (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2001, Red Persimmons is a documentary film directed by Peng Xiaolian, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The ostensible subject of this film is the growing, drying, peeling and packaging of persimmons in the tiny Japanese village of Kaminoyama. The inhabitants explain that it is the perfect combination of earth, wind and rain that makes their village’s persimmons superior to those grown anywhere else, including the village just a few miles away. The film’s larger subject, however, is the disappearance of Japan’s traditional culture, the end of a centuries-old way of life.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Red Persimmons sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Red Persimmons page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red Persimmons (2001)?
- In US, Red Persimmons is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Red Persimmons worth watching?
- Red Persimmons holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.