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Firefly Dreams (2001): Cast

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Firefly Dreams is a 2001 drama directed by John Williams, starring Maho as Naomi, Yoshie Minami and Tsutomu Niwa. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes.

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Firefly Dreams (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 45m (105 min)
Director
John Williams
Genre
Drama
Original language
Japanese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Firefly Dreams About?

The premise of Firefly Dreams without spoilers.

Seventeen‑year‑old Naomi from Nagoya is sent to the countryside after her parents divorce and works at her aunt’s inn, caring for Mrs. Koide, an elderly relative with Alzheimer’s. Reluctant at first, she bonds with her over the summer, forming a friendship that bridges age. Director John Williams’s debut starring Yoshie Minami and newcomer Maho Ukai.

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Cast & crew

Firefly Dreams Cast & Characters

Maho leads the cast as Naomi, with Yoshie Minami as Mrs. Koide and Tsutomu Niwa as Masaru. Directed by John Williams; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from John Williams

More films directed by John Williams: The BRITs at 40, The Beat Beneath My Feet, Starfish Hotel and Hibernation.

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Firefly Dreams Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Ichiban utsukushî natsu” and “가장 아름다운 여름”.

Also known as
  • Ichiban utsukushî natsu
  • 가장 아름다운 여름
  • Rêves de luciole

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FAQ

Firefly Dreams FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Firefly Dreams?

Firefly Dreams runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

When was Firefly Dreams released?

Firefly Dreams was released on June 5, 2001.

Who directed Firefly Dreams?

Firefly Dreams was directed by John Williams.

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Who is in the cast of Firefly Dreams?

Firefly Dreams stars Maho as Naomi, Yoshie Minami as Mrs. Koide and Tsutomu Niwa as Masaru, among 4 credited actors.

Does Firefly Dreams have a post-credit scene?

No. Firefly Dreams has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Firefly Dreams in?

The original language of Firefly Dreams is Japanese.

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