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Full Tide (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 7

Full Tide poster

Released in 1981, Full Tide is a notable film directed by Isao Kota, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. “Film images are projected when light is emitted from the projector lens and reaches the screen. The projector and the screen are connected by a beam of light. If you block this beam with a white board, images are projected onto it, and these images are a cross-section of the beam of light. The beam is like a Kintaro candy: you can intersect it at any point and the same images will appear. I wanted to make a film that was like staring at this cross-section of the beam of light - like staring at an image that, after being emitted from the projector, is in the process of floating toward the screen.” (Isao Kota)

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Full Tide has been warmly received by audiences.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Full Tide (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Full Tide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Full Tide worth watching?
Full Tide holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Full Tide released?
Full Tide was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.