Okiku and the World(2023)
せかいのおきく
She does not know 'sekai'
Okiku and the World Synopsis
Two rogue vagrants make their living as "manure men", turning the waste from the tenement toilets into fertiliser sold to local farmers. Enter Okiku, the only daughter of a fallen samurai, and amongst the overflowing piles of excrement, a well-nourished love story unfolds.
Okiku and the World (2023) is a drama and comedy film directed by Junji Sakamoto, released on April 28, 2023 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Haru Kuroki, Kanichiro, Sosuke Ikematsu and Claude Maki. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 17 ratings.
- Director:
- Junji Sakamoto
- Writers:
- Junji Sakamoto
- Producers:
- Mitsuo Harada
- Cinematographer:
- Norimichi Kasamatsu
- Composer:
- Goro Yasukawa
- Production:
- Free Stone Productions, FANTASIA, YOIHI PROJECT
- Status:
- Released
Okiku and the World (2023) Trailer
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Directed by Junji Sakamoto, written by Junji Sakamoto, produced by Mitsuo Harada.
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Okiku and the World Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 17 ratings.
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Okiku and the World – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Okiku and the World online?
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Okiku and the World (2023) is available to stream on Film Movement Plus and Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Okiku and the World?
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The main cast of Okiku and the World (2023) includes Haru Kuroki, Kanichiro, Sosuke Ikematsu, Claude Maki and Koichi Sato. The film was directed by Junji Sakamoto. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Okiku and the World released?
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Okiku and the World was released on April 28, 2023 and runs for 1h 30m.
Is Okiku and the World worth watching?
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Okiku and the World (2023) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 17 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Okiku and the World?
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