Being Two Isn't Easy(1962)
私は二歳
Being Two Isn't Easy Synopsis
The days leading up to a toddler's second birthday are seen alternately from the child's point of view as well as that of his parents.
Being Two Isn't Easy (1962) is a drama and comedy film directed by Kon Ichikawa, released on November 18, 1962 with a runtime of 1h 28m. It stars Fujiko Yamamoto, Hiroo Suzuki, Eiji Funakoshi and Kumeko Urabe. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 16 ratings.
- Director:
- Kon Ichikawa
- Writers:
- Michiko Matsuda, Natto Wada
- Producers:
- Kon Ichikawa, Hidemasa Nagata
- Cinematographer:
- Setsuo Kobayashi
- Composer:
- Yasushi Akutagawa
- Production:
- Daiei Film
- Status:
- Released
Being Two Isn't Easy Cast & Crew
Main cast
Fujiko Yamamoto
as Chiyo
- Hiroo Suzuki
Hiroo Suzuki
as Taro
Eiji Funakoshi
as Goro
Kumeko Urabe
as Ino
Mantarō Ushio
as Laundry Man
Kyôko Kishida
as Chiyo's Friend
Misako Watanabe
as Setsuko
- Masako Kyōzuka
Masako Kyōzuka
as Chiyo's sister
Shirō Ōtsuji
as Doctor
Mayumi Kurata
as Neighbor wife
Jun Hamamura
as Older Doctor
Yoko Hizakura
Key crew
Directed by Kon Ichikawa, written by Michiko Matsuda and Natto Wada, produced by Kon Ichikawa and Hidemasa Nagata.
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Being Two Isn't Easy Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 16 ratings.
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Being Two Isn't Easy – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Being Two Isn't Easy online?
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Being Two Isn't Easy (1962) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Being Two Isn't Easy?
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The main cast of Being Two Isn't Easy (1962) includes Fujiko Yamamoto, Hiroo Suzuki, Eiji Funakoshi, Kumeko Urabe and Mantarō Ushio. The film was directed by Kon Ichikawa. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Being Two Isn't Easy released?
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Being Two Isn't Easy was released on November 18, 1962 and runs for 1h 28m.
Is Being Two Isn't Easy worth watching?
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Being Two Isn't Easy (1962) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 16 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.