Swimming Upstream (1990)
Original title: バタアシ金魚
Swimming Upstream is a 1990 Japanese-language romance movie directed by Jōji Matsuoka, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Michitaka Tsutsui, Saki Takaoka and Mikihisa Azuma.
One day after school, Kaoru glances at Sonoko at the pool side. He falls in love with her at first sight and decides to join the swimming team even though he cannot swim.
Quick answers
What is Swimming Upstream about?
One day after school, Kaoru glances at Sonoko at the pool side. He falls in love with her at first sight and decides to join the swimming team even though he cannot swim.
When was Swimming Upstream released?
Swimming Upstream was released on 2 June 1990.
How long is Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream runs 1h 35m.
Who made Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream was directed by Jōji Matsuoka.
Where can I watch Swimming Upstream?
Swimming Upstream is available on Amazon Video.
Where to watch Swimming Upstream
Rent: Amazon Video
Buy: Amazon Video
Cast
- Michitaka Tsutsui as Kaoru
- Saki Takaoka as Sonoko
- Mikihisa Azuma as Nagai
- Kazuko Shirakawa as Babah, Kaoru's Grandmother
- Tadanobu Asano as Ushi
- Orie Satō as Masae, Sonoko's Mother
- Tomoko Otakara as Ririko
- Kumiko Tsuchiya as Pooh
- Masatô Ibu as Kaoru's Teacher
- Reiko Yasuhara as Osanai
- Kinzō Sakura as Yoshio
- Hideki Kondo as Takeda