Plot — What is The Ballad of Narayama about?
In a remote village where food is scarce, elders who reach the age of 70 are carried by their children to the top of a nearby mountain to die in solitude. Orin, a vibrant 69-year-old grandmother, has accepted her fate — but struggles to prepare the rest of her family for the ritual.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 98 min |
| Audience Score | 76% (7.6/10, 94 votes) |
The Ballad of Narayama — FAQ
Is The Ballad of Narayama worth watching? The Ballad of Narayama holds a 7.6/10 rating from 94 viewers. In a remote village where food is scarce, elders who reach the age of 70 are carried by their children to the top of a nearby mountain to die in solitude. Orin, a vibrant 69-year-old grandmother, has accepted her fate —
Who directed The Ballad of Narayama? Directed by Keisuke Kinoshita.
Who is in the cast of The Ballad of Narayama? It stars Kinuyo Tanaka, Teiji Takahashi, Yūko Mochizuki, Seiji Miyaguchi, Yūnosuke Itō, Ken Mitsuda and more.
Where can I stream The Ballad of Narayama? You can stream The Ballad of Narayama on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Ballad of Narayama release? It released in 1958.
