Closing Time (1996) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Closing Time (1996) — A down-and-out scriptwriter spends his days and nights in the bars of Tokyo. When he
Closing Time (1996) Storyline
A down-and-out scriptwriter spends his days and nights in the bars of Tokyo. When he is thrown out of a joint because it is closing time, there is always a willing lady to spend the rest of the night with. In the street he has countless semi-philosophical discussions with fellow drinkers, male and female, (shot in black-and-white, as prologue to the different chapters) but in the end it often comes down to one thing: the bottle of whisky that has to be finished. An encounter with a homeless young man with AIDS marks a turning point in the life of the writer.
Full Cast & Crew
- Sanshō Shinsui as Man
- Takeo Nakahara as Master
- Kazuki Kitamura as Kubo
- Mari Natsuki
- Ako Jissoji
- Yûko Ishiwa
- Bengal
- Sei Hiraizumi
- Ryota Nakanishi
Why Watch Closing Time?
The Vibe: Closing Time is a captivating and well-crafted entertainment movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1996. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with entertainment-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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