My Back Page (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2011, My Back Page is a drama film directed by Nobuhiro Yamashita, running about 141 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1969, Sawada is filled with idealism that permeated that era and starts working as a gonzo journalist for a weekly magazine. Two years later, Sawada interviews activist Umeyama with senior reporter Nakahira. Umeyama boasts that his group will steal arms and take action in April. Sawada doubts Umeyama's claims but is attracted to his personality. An incident occurs... Sawada hears news that a man was killed at a army post...
Who’s in it. My Back Page stars Satoshi Tsumabuki as Masami Sawada, Kenichi Matsuyama as Umeyama, Shioli Kutsuna as Mako Kurata and Tomokazu Miura as Shiraishi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, My Back Page has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Back Page page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Back Page tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Back Page (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Back Page change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Back Page worth watching?
- My Back Page holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Back Page?
- My Back Page stars Satoshi Tsumabuki, Kenichi Matsuyama, Shioli Kutsuna, Tomokazu Miura and Anna Ishibashi.
- When was My Back Page released?
- My Back Page was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.