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The Firefly (2001)
114 min | Drama

The Firefly (2001)

114 min | Drama

A Japanese love story that takes place during World War 2. It follows a young Japanese man who goes to war and tries to stay connected to his true love.

Director

Yasuo Furuhata

Writers

Yasuo Furuhata | Yô Takeyama (as Yo Takeyama)

Producers

Naoyuki Sakagami | Sunao Sakagami

Composer

Ryouichi Kuniyoshi

Cinematographer

Daisaku Kimura

Editor

Kiyoaki Saitô

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Release date

May 27, 2001 (Japan)

Awards

2 wins & 13 nominations

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17 cast members

Name	Known for
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Ayako Kobayashi Otsuka Hisako Otsuka Hisako See fewer	Oshin (1983)
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