Ri Kôran (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film
Released in 2007, Ri Kôran is a drama film directed by Tonkô Horikawa, running about 180 minutes.
What it’s about. Tells the story of Yamaguchi Yoshiko, a Japanese woman born and raised in China during the Japanese occupation of Manchuria. She debuts as the Chinese singer and actress Li Xianglan (Ri Kouran in Japanese), in the hopes that her efforts will work towards the benefit of both Japan and China. Hiding her true nationality, however, she slowly discovers herself becoming a puppet of the Japanese military's propaganda efforts in Manchuria, starring in "national policy" films that humiliate the Chinese people. But billed as the "star of Greater East Asia," her popularity soars across borders to Japan, where she holds a concert that draws thousands to the Nihon Gekijou Theatre and leads to a riot that injures several people. Based on her autobiography, this is the story of her personal struggle amidst military strife between her two homelands.
Who’s in it. Ri Kôran stars Aya Ueto as Yoshiko Yamaguchi, Isao Hashizume as Yamaguchi Fumio, Yûko Natori as Yamaguchi Ai and Rei Kikukawa as Yoshiko Kawashima, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ri Kôran page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ri Kôran tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ri Kôran (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ri Kôran change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ri Kôran?
- Ri Kôran stars Aya Ueto, Isao Hashizume, Yûko Natori, Rei Kikukawa and Shido Nakamura.
- When was Ri Kôran released?
- Ri Kôran was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.