GO (2001): Plot, Cast & Rating

Name: GO
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 2001
Duration: 122 min
Cast: Yosuke Kubozuka, Ko Shibasaki, Shinobu Otake, Tsutomu Yamazaki, Taro Yamamoto

What GO Is About

Go follows a Japanese born, third generation Korean teenager's search for identity, adapted from Kazuki Kaneshiro's novel; it was Japan's official submission for Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards, though it didn't make the final shortlist. It won ten Japan Academy Prizes including Best Director, though that year's Picture of the Year award went instead to Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away, which was released the same year. Who it's for: anyone curious about a heavily awarded Japanese drama that confronts identity and belonging for Japan's Korean minority. Who it's not for: viewers uncomfortable with a direct treatment of racism and ethnic identity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is GO about?

Go follows a Japanese born, third generation Korean teenager's search for identity, adapted from Kazuki Kaneshiro's novel; it was Japan's official submission for Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards, though it didn't make the final shortlist. It won ten Japan Academy Prizes including Best Director, though that year's Picture of the Year award went instead to Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away, which was released the same year.

Where can I watch GO?

GO isn't currently listed on major digital platforms. Availability can change over time. Check the "Where to Watch" section for the latest.

How long is GO?

GO runs for 122 minutes (2h 2m).

When did GO come out?

GO was released in 2001.

Who directed GO?

GO was directed by Isao Yukisada.

Who stars in GO?

GO stars Yosuke Kubozuka, Ko Shibasaki, Shinobu Otake, Tsutomu Yamazaki.

What is GO's rating?

GO holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 73 out of 100.