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Backward Flow (1924): Cast

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Backward Flow is a 1924 short drama directed by Buntarō Futagawa, starring Kanzaburo Arashi as Jitheita Kurahashi, Teruko Makino and Michisaburō Segawa. It runs 28 minutes.

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Backward Flow (1924) movie poster
Released
Runtime
28 min
Genre
Drama
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Backward Flow About?

The premise of Backward Flow without spoilers.

Nanjo Mikisaburo, a young samurai, strives to restore his fallen family's former honor. Despite scorn from senior samurai, he immerses himself in the warrior’s path, mastering both literary and martial disciplines. His mentor Kurahashi Jupeita’s daughter Misao, moved by his pride, offers sympathy and encouragement, which awakens a deep love in Mikisaburo.

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Cast & crew

Backward Flow Cast & Characters

Kanzaburo Arashi leads the cast as Jitheita Kurahashi, with Teruko Makino as Misao and Michisaburō Segawa as Heikichi Yamamuro. Directed by Buntarō Futagawa; 7 actors are credited in all.

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Backward Flow Also Known As

Also known as “Gyakuryû”.

Also known as
  • Gyakuryû

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FAQ

Backward Flow FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Backward Flow, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Backward Flow?

Backward Flow runs 28 minutes.

When was Backward Flow released?

Backward Flow was released on September 26, 1924.

Who directed Backward Flow?

Backward Flow was directed by Buntarō Futagawa.

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Who is in the cast of Backward Flow?

Backward Flow stars Kanzaburo Arashi as Jitheita Kurahashi, Teruko Makino as Misao and Michisaburō Segawa as Heikichi Yamamuro, among 7 credited actors.

Does Backward Flow have a post-credit scene?

No. Backward Flow has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Backward Flow in?

The original language of Backward Flow is Japanese.

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