About the Film
Sanpei is a young boy who lives with his grandpa in a small village in Akita and they both love fishing and are masters at it. His sister moved to Tokyo when their father died and blames it on the fishing. She thinks it's just a stupid play. Gyoshin, a bass professional fisher who lives and competes in America is in a slump and comes to the small village to try to find the joy of fishing again. Together, they all go to find the legendary big char of Yonakidani (The Crying Valley of The Night), which Sanpei's father once saw, but could never catch, before he died.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Sanpei the Fisher Boy is a captivating and well-crafted entertainment movie from 2009. Directed by Yojiro Takita, and starring Kenta Suga, Yuu Kashii, Takashi Tsukamoto Sanpei is a young boy who lives with his grandpa in a small village in Akita and they both love fishing and are masters at it.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4/10, Sanpei the Fisher Boy retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies, Sanpei the Fisher Boy deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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