Postcard (2010)
Original title: 一枚のハガキ
Postcard is a 2010 Japanese-language war movie directed by Kaneto Shindō, with a running time of 1h 54m. It stars Etsushi Toyokawa, Naomasa Musaka and Shinobu Otake.
Toward the end of World War II, middle-aged soldier Keita is entrusted with a postcard from a comrade who is sure he will die in battle. After the war ends, Keita visits his comrade's wife Yuko and bears witness to the tragic life she has led.
Quick answers
What is Postcard about?
Toward the end of World War II, middle-aged soldier Keita is entrusted with a postcard from a comrade who is sure he will die in battle. After the war ends, Keita visits his comrade's wife Yuko and bears witness to the tragic life she has led.
When was Postcard released?
Postcard was released on 27 October 2010.
How long is Postcard?
Postcard runs 1h 54m.
Who made Postcard?
Postcard was directed by Kaneto Shindō.
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Cast
- Etsushi Toyokawa as Keita Matsuyama
- Naomasa Musaka as Sadazo Morikawa
- Shinobu Otake as Tomoko Morikawa
- Akira Emoto as Yukichi Morikawa, the Father-in-Law
- Mitsuko Baisho as Chiyo Morikawa, the Mother-in-Law
- Masahiko Tsugawa as Riwemon, Matsuyama's Uncle
- Ren Osugi as Kichigoro Izumiya
- Yasuhito Ohchi
- Maiko Kawakami
- Moeko Ezawa
- Houka Kinoshita
- Tokuko Watanabe