The Taste of Tea
"We were all watching the sunset, at the edge of the universe."
Originally released in 2004. The Taste of Tea is a comedy/drama film. directed by Katsuhito Ishii. With a runtime of 2h 23m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Maya Suzuno, Takahiro Sato, and Tadanobu Asano
Synopsis
A spell of time in the life of a family in rural Tochigi prefecture. Yoshiko is not an ordinary housewife, instead working on an animated film project. Uncle Ayano, a successful music producer, is looking to get his head together after living in Tokyo. Meanwhile, Sachiko is concerned with why she seems to be followed by a giant version of herself. As the lazy days pass by, each member of the family is followed in a series of episodic vignettes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 17, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
2h 23m
143 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (157 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- AOI Pro.
- Rentrak Japan
- THE KLOCKWORX
- Grasshoppa!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Taste of Tea about?
A spell of time in the life of a family in rural Tochigi prefecture. Yoshiko is not an ordinary housewife, instead working on an animated film project. Uncle Ayano, a successful music producer, is ...
Who directed The Taste of Tea?
The Taste of Tea was directed by Katsuhito Ishii.
How long is The Taste of Tea?
The Taste of Tea has a runtime of 2 hours and 23 minutes (143 minutes total).
When was The Taste of Tea released?
The Taste of Tea was released on July 17, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Taste of Tea?
The main cast of The Taste of Tea includes Maya Suzuno, Takahiro Sato, Tadanobu Asano, Satomi Tezuka, Tatsuya Gashûin.
Is The Taste of Tea worth watching?
The Taste of Tea has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 157 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.