Departures
Departures (2008) is a drama film, directed by Yojiro Takita. It stars Masahiro Motoki and Hirosue Ryoko. The 130-minute film holds an audience score of 7.9/10.
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What Departures Is About
Yojiro Takita's 2008 film follows a cellist who returns home when his orchestra folds. By mistake he joins a company that prepares the dead. The work is looked down on around him. The film shows the ceremony in detail; the narrative makes respect for the dead, and a reckoning with his father, its real subject. It won the Academy Award for best foreign language film. It is a Japanese production. The score is by Joe Hisaishi. Who it's for: those who like quiet, emotional drama. Who it's not for: viewers troubled by funerals and the handling of bodies; the film places them at its centre.
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What is Departures about?
Yojiro Takita's 2008 film follows a cellist who returns home when his orchestra folds. By mistake he joins a company that prepares the dead.
Where can I watch Departures?
Departures is available to watch on digital platforms such as Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Departures?
Departures runs for 130 minutes (2h 10m).
When did Departures come out?
Departures was released in 2008.
Who directed Departures?
Departures was directed by Yojiro Takita.
Who stars in Departures?
Departures stars Masahiro Motoki, Hirosue Ryoko, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Kimiko Yo.
What is Departures's rating?
Departures holds 8.0/10 on IMDb and 7.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 80 out of 100.
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