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The Graduation (2002)

Movie ★ 6.0 113 min

Action

Asami, a junior-college student two months from graduation, lends a red umbrella one day to Mayama, a Psychology instructor. Her artlessly forward approach leaves Mayama embarrassed and confused. She has, in fact, been watching him for some time. Meanwhile Mayama’s girlfriend Izumi, unable to find her own place in his heart, has resolved to leave him. Seeing Mayama in torment, tied to his past, Asami decides to set his heart free. Set in present-day Tokyo, this story of the wandering and revival of souls beset by feelings of loss is brought quietly and gently to the screen by the outstanding talent of Nagasawa Masahiko.

Masahiko Nagasawa Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 15, 2002
Runtime
113 min
IMDb
tt0349501
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Cast

Yui Natsukawa Yui Natsukawa Izumi Shinichi Tsutsumi Shinichi Tsutsumi Mayama Rina Uchiyama Rina Uchiyama Asami Hiroyuki Kishi Hiroyuki Kishi Mie Ota Mie Ota Yoshihiro Nozoe Yoshihiro Nozoe

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Graduation about?
Asami, a junior-college student two months from graduation, lends a red umbrella one day to Mayama, a Psychology instructor. Her artlessly forward approach leaves Mayama embarrassed and confused. She has, in fact, been watching him for some time. Meanwhile Mayama’s girlfriend Izumi, unable to find her own place in his heart, has resolved to leave him. Seeing Mayama in torment, tied to his past, Asami decides to set his heart free. Set in present-day Tokyo, this story of the wandering and revival of souls beset by feelings of loss is brought quietly and gently to the screen by the outstanding talent of Nagasawa Masahiko.
Who directed The Graduation?
The Graduation was directed by Masahiko Nagasawa.
Who stars in The Graduation?
The Graduation stars Yui Natsukawa, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Rina Uchiyama, Hiroyuki Kishi.
When was The Graduation released?
The Graduation is a 2002 action film.
Where can I watch The Graduation?
You can watch The Graduation with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.