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7.0/10 • 92

1985-04-241h 32m

Documentary

German director Wim Wenders tries to explore the Tokyo that was depicted in the films of Yasujiro Ozu and finds a very different city.

Directors
Wim Wenders
Writters
Wim Wenders
Editors
Wim Wenders, Wim Wenders

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Yûharu Atsuta

    Yûharu Atsuta

    Self

  2. Werner Herzog

    Werner Herzog

    Self

  3. Chishū Ryū

    Chishū Ryū

    Self

  4. Chris Marker

    Chris Marker

    Self (uncredited)

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tmdb37548952

Aug 20, 2025

8/10

Wim Wenders is disappointed as he can’t find Ozu’s Japan in “modern” Tokyo. Hits hard as it’s now rare to find his version of Tokyo seen in most films from this era. Makes me want to buy a 50mm for my next trip

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Status
Released
Original Language
German
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