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.

Cast

Hisashi Igawa, Sachiko Hidari, Yoshie Ichige, Kazuko Imai, Yoshio Yoshida, Yoshio Kaneuchi, Taiji Tonoyama, Hōsei Komatsu

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What is "The Far Road" about?

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.

When was "The Far Road" released?

The Far Road was released in 1977.

Who stars in "The Far Road"?

The cast includes Hisashi Igawa, Sachiko Hidari, Yoshie Ichige, Kazuko Imai.