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The Sound of Light

The Sound of Light

Original Title: ひかりのおと

20111h 29m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

2011

Runtime

1h 29m

Storyline

Yusuke hopes to become a musician in Tokyo, but those dreams are placed on hold for the time being. Yusuke returns to his family owned dairy farm in North Okayama Prefecture after hearing that his father was injured. As the eldest son, Yusuke feels obligated to help his family out. In addition, his girlfriend Yoko's late husband hoped to become a farmer and worked for Yusuke's uncle. Does Yusuke have a way out?

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 29m
Oct 24, 2011
Languages
Japanese
Director
Juichiro Yamasaki
Juichiro Yamasaki
Production Countries
Japan

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