The Far Road
7.5
1977
1h 54m
Set in the time of steam locomotives and covering a period of almost 30 years, this sensitive film tells the story of the wife of a railroad worker in the northern part of Japan. The ferocious local class restrictions work to keep her husband in his place, as does his lack of education.
Movie Information
Status
Released
Release Date
September 11, 1977
Runtime
1h 54m
Rating
7.5
(2 votes)
Genres
Drama
Overview
Set in the time of steam locomotives and covering a period of almost 30 years, this sensitive film tells the story of the wife of a railroad worker in the northern part of Japan. The ferocious local class restrictions work to keep her husband in his place, as does his lack of education.
