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Short animated drama

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (1991): Cast

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Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes is a 1991 short animated drama directed by George Levinson, starring Liv Ullmann as Narrator (voice). It runs 30 minutes.

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Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (1991) movie poster
Released
Runtime
30 min
Director
George Levinson
Genres
War , Drama , Family , Animation
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes About?

The premise of Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes without spoilers.

Based on Eleanor Coerr’s book, this true story follows Sadako Sasaki, two when the atomic bomb devastated Hiroshima. She later contracts leukemia, like many survivors. To pass the time she folds a thousand origami cranes, believing the legend that a thousand cranes can grant a wish and heal the sick, an act that became a symbol of peace and hope.

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes Themes & Keywords

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  • independent film
  • based on book
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Cast & crew

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes Cast & Characters

Liv Ullmann plays Narrator (voice) in Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes. Directed by George Levinson.

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Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes runs 30 minutes.

When was Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes released?

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes was released on March 29, 1991.

Who directed Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes was directed by George Levinson.

Who is in the cast of Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?

Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes stars Liv Ullmann as Narrator (voice).

Does Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes have a post-credit scene?

No. Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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