Departures (2008) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
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Departures (2008) Storyline
Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.
Full Cast & Crew
- Masahiro Motoki as Daigo Kobayashi
- Hirosue Ryoko as Mika Kobayashi
- Tsutomu Yamazaki as Ikuei Sasaki
- Kimiko Yo as Yuriko Kamimura
- Tetta Sugimoto as Yamashita
- Toru Minegishi as Yoshiki Kobayashi
- Tatsuo Yamada as Togashi
- Yukiko Tachibana
- Yukari Tachibana as Rie Yamashita
- Genjitsu Shu
- Taro Ishida as Sonezaki
- Yukimi Koyanagi
- Hiroyuki Kishi
- Sanae Miyata as Naomi Togashi
- Ryosuke Otani as Tomeo's Father
Why Watch Departures?
The Vibe: Departures is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie from 2008. Directed by Yojiro Takita, and starring Masahiro Motoki, Hirosue Ryoko, Tsutomu Yamazaki Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.9/10, Departures delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Drama landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies, Departures deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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