The Last Dance

The Last Dance

1h 56m 6.6/10

Overview

A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.

Director

Jūzō Itami

Top Billed Cast

Masahiko Tsugawa

Masahiko Tsugawa

Dr. Koichiro Ogata

Rentaro Mikuni

Rentaro Mikuni

Buhei Mukai

Yoshiki Arizono

Yoshiki Arizono

Film Staff

Tokie Hidari

Tokie Hidari

Patient's Wife

Yoshihiro Katō

Yoshihiro Katō

Radiographer

Nobuko Miyamoto

Nobuko Miyamoto

Mariko

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