Movie

The Last Dance (1993)

• May 29, 1993
• 1h 56m

• Drama
• Comedy

“For me, this is how I'll die...”

Overview

A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.

Director

Jūzō Itami

Writers

Jūzō Itami

Starring

Rentaro Mikuni, Masahiko Tsugawa, Nobuko Miyamoto