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Picture Bride

1995 · 94 min · Director: Kayo Hatta

Picture Bride (1995) is a history drama, directed by Kayo Hatta. It stars Youki Kudoh and Akira Takayama. The 94-minute film holds an audience score of 6.5/10.

What Picture Bride Is About

Riyo, an orphaned 17-year old, sails from Yokohama to Hawaii in 1918 to marry Matsuji, a man she has never met. Hoping to escape a troubled past and start anew, Riyo is bitterly disappointed upon her arrival: her husband is twice her age. The miserable girl finds solace with her new friend Kana, a young mother who helps Riyo accept her new life.

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What is Picture Bride about?

Riyo, an orphaned 17-year old, sails from Yokohama to Hawaii in 1918 to marry Matsuji, a man she has never met. Hoping to escape a troubled past and start anew, Riyo is bitterly disappointed upon her arrival: her husband is twice her age.

Where can I watch Picture Bride?

Picture Bride is available to watch on digital platforms such as JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Picture Bride?

Picture Bride runs for 94 minutes (1h 34m).

When did Picture Bride come out?

Picture Bride was released in 1995.

Who directed Picture Bride?

Picture Bride was directed by Kayo Hatta.

Who stars in Picture Bride?

Picture Bride stars Youki Kudoh, Akira Takayama, Tamlyn Tomita, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa.

What is Picture Bride's rating?

Picture Bride holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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