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Departures

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The gift of last memories.

Drama
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2008-09-13
2h 10m
JA
Released
TBS

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Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.

#dying and death#funeral#octopus#coffin#cello#musical#based on memoir or autobiography#odd job#yamagata#hopeful

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About Departures

The gift of last memories.

Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant. Running 130 minutes.

Departures Cast and Characters

The cast features Masahiro Motoki (as Daigo Kobayashi), Hirosue Ryoko (as Mika Kobayashi), Tsutomu Yamazaki (as Ikuei Sasaki), Kimiko Yo (as Yuriko Kamimura), and Tetta Sugimoto (as Yamashita). Their performances are a major reason Departures has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Departures

There's a reason Departures keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japonés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Departures?

Departures runs for 130 minutes (about 2.2 hours).

Is Departures good? What's the rating?

Departures holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 929 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Departures?

The main cast includes Masahiro Motoki, Hirosue Ryoko, Tsutomu Yamazaki, and Kimiko Yo, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Departures available in Japonés?

Yes — Departures was originally produced in Japonés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Departures released?

Departures was released in 2008.

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Where can I watch Departures for free?

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What is Departures about?

Departures is a Drama film. Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.

When was Departures released?

Departures was released on September 13, 2008. It has a runtime of 2h 10m. The film was produced by TBS.

Who stars in Departures?

Departures stars Masahiro Motoki, Hirosue Ryoko, Tsutomu Yamazaki and Kimiko Yo. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Departures available in HD?

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