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Japón

2003·Movie·134 min·★ 6.7(76)

A painter from the big city goes to a remote canyon to commit suicide. To reach some calmness he stays at the farmstead of Ascen, an old religious woman. Although only a few words are spoken, love grows.

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Where to watch Japón in United States

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Where is Japón streaming around the world?

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About Japón

Japón is a 2003 Spanish-language drama film directed by Carlos Reygadas. The cast is led by Alejandro Ferretis, Magdalena Flores, Yolanda Villa. It has a runtime of 2h 14m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

Japón was produced by Bodega Films, No Dream Cinema, and Mantarraya Producciones and made in Germany and Mexico. It was released on January 15, 2003.

Director
Carlos Reygadas
Writers
Carlos Reygadas
Release date
January 15, 2003
Original language
Spanish
Status
Released
Country
Germany, Mexico
Budget
$0 million
Production
Bodega Films, No Dream Cinema, Mantarraya Producciones
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Japón cast & crew

Japón was directed by Carlos Reygadas and written by Carlos Reygadas.

The cast features Alejandro Ferretis as The Man, Magdalena Flores as Ascen, Yolanda Villa as Sabina, Martín Serrano as Juan Luis, Rolando Hernández as The Judge, and Bernabe Pérez as The Singer.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Thierry Tronchet and it was produced by Carlos Reygadas.

Is Japón worth watching?

Japón holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 76 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 14m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, Japón is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Japón

Japón isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

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Cast of Japón

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Alejandro Ferretis

The Man

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Magdalena Flores

Ascen

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Yolanda Villa

Sabina

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Martín Serrano

Juan Luis

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Rolando Hernández

The Judge

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Bernabe Pérez

The Singer

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Fernando Benítez

Fernando

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Carlo Reygadas Barquín

The Hunter

Japón — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Japón in United States?

Japón is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.

▸What language is Japón in?

Japón is originally in Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Japón?

Japón runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).

▸What is Japón rated?

It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 76 ratings.

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