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Crystal (1988): Cast

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Crystal is a 1988 short film directed by Isao Yamada, starring Hiroko Ishimaru. It runs 12 minutes.

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Crystal (1988) movie poster
Released
Runtime
12 min
Director
Isao Yamada
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Crystal About?

The premise of Crystal without spoilers.

Crystal strings together non‑linear vignettes of fleeting images that become a meditation on memory and time. A lone figure moves through urban, natural scenes, recalling childhood fragments, dreamlike meetings and reflections in water or glass. Objects shift—a lantern turns into a memory, a stranger’s face blurs into light—merging past and present.

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Cast & crew

Crystal Cast

Hiroko Ishimaru stars in Crystal. Directed by Isao Yamada.

From the director

More from Isao Yamada

More films directed by Isao Yamada: Chrysanthemum Inspiration, The Soul Odyssey, Swamp and Long Good-bye.

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Crystal Also Known As

Also known as “Bergkristall”.

Also known as
  • Bergkristall

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FAQ

Crystal FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Crystal?

Crystal runs 12 minutes.

When was Crystal released?

Crystal was released on December 31, 1988.

Who directed Crystal?

Crystal was directed by Isao Yamada.

More films by Isao Yamada

Who is in the cast of Crystal?

Crystal stars Hiroko Ishimaru.

Does Crystal have a post-credit scene?

No. Crystal has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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