Sanpei the Fisher Boy
“The Adventure Is Always By Your Side.”
Overview
Sanpei is a young boy who lives with his grandpa in a small village in Akita and they both love fishing and are masters at it. His sister moved to Tokyo when their father died and blames it on the fishing. She thinks it's just a stupid play. Gyoshin, a bass professional fisher who lives and competes in America is in a slump and comes to the small village to try to find the joy of fishing again. Together, they all go to find the legendary big char of Yonakidani (The Crying Valley of The Night), which Sanpei's father once saw, but could never catch, before he died.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Sanpei the Fisher Boy?
Sanpei the Fisher Boy was directed by Yojiro Takita.
What was the budget and revenue for Sanpei the Fisher Boy?
The official budget was $6,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was Sanpei the Fisher Boy produced?
It was produced by companies including Akita Sakigake Shimposha, jeki, Higashi Nippon Broadcasting, Shirogumi, Toei Company, TV Tokyo, VAP, Kinoshita Komuten, Toei Video Company, Yahoo! Japan, Kahoku Shimposha in Japan.
Sanpei the Fisher Boy Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Sanpei the Fisher Boy wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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