Downfall (2023): Cast
Downfall is a 2023 drama directed by Naoto Takenaka, starring Takumi Saitoh as Kaoru Fukazawa, Megumi and Shuri. It is based on Downfall by Inio Asano. It runs 2 hours 8 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 8m (128 min)
- Director
- Naoto Takenaka
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- Nikkatsu Corporation
- Based on
- Downfall by Inio Asano
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Downfall About?
The premise of Downfall without spoilers, adapted from Downfall by Inio Asano.
Kaoru Fukazawa, a manga artist whose long-running series has concluded, finds himself creatively blocked and facing a bleak future. His editor seems indifferent, and his marriage to Nozomi Machida is strained, leading him into despair. Seeking solace, he visits an establishment offering sexual services and encounters Chifuyu, a prostitute who intrigues him. Together, they embark on a journey to Chifuyu’s hometown, seeking connection and a chance at renewal.
Downfall Themes & Keywords
· 5 tags- based on manga
- life
- work
- secret
- business
Downfall Cast & Characters
Takumi Saitoh leads the cast as Kaoru Fukazawa, with Megumi as Nozomi Machida and Shuri as Chifuyu. Directed by Naoto Takenaka; 17 actors are credited in all.
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Director Naoto Takenaka
- Takumi Saitoh as Kaoru Fukazawa
- Megumi as Nozomi Machida
- Shuri as Chifuyu
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Tina Tamashiro
Also Starring in Downfall
· 13 more- Daisuke Kuroda
- Yumi Adachi Kari Makiura
- Rio Yamashita Nao Tomita
- Hisashi Yoshizawa
- Kazunari Tosa Kondō
- Junpei Yasui
- You Nobue Yunbo
- Karen Miyazaki
- Shiho Sasaki
- Kotobuki Shiriagari
- Ryohei Shima
- Eiji Sugawara
- Hiroyuki Ohashi
Downfall Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Downfall.
Downfall Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Reiraku” and “영락”.
- Also known as
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- Reiraku
- 영락
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Downfall FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, the book behind it, post-credit scenes and language of Downfall, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Downfall?
Downfall runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
When was Downfall released?
Downfall was released on March 17, 2023.
Who directed Downfall?
Downfall was directed by Naoto Takenaka.
More films by Naoto Takenaka Who is in the cast of Downfall?
Downfall stars Takumi Saitoh as Kaoru Fukazawa, Megumi as Nozomi Machida and Shuri as Chifuyu, among 17 credited actors.
Is Downfall based on a book?
Yes. Downfall is adapted from Downfall by Inio Asano.
Does Downfall have a post-credit scene?
No. Downfall has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Downfall in?
The original language of Downfall is Japanese.
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