Plot — What is Dotanba about?
Based on a 1956 television feature on Japan’s national network, NHK, this is one of Uchida’s rarest films. A socially conscious drama with a contemporary backdrop, Dotanba focuses on the attempts to rescue a group of trapped miners. The title is a figure of speech — (essentially “last minute” or “eleventh hour”) — that refers to a situation of peril. The film boasts a script co-written by Uchida and Akira Kurosawa’s frequent screenwriter, Shinobu Hashimoto, and stars Kurosawa’s frequent star Takashi Shimura.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1956 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 97 min |
| Audience Score | 60% (6.0/10, 1 votes) |
Dotanba — FAQ
Is Dotanba worth watching? Dotanba holds a 6.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. Based on a 1956 television feature on Japan’s national network, NHK, this is one of Uchida’s rarest films. A socially conscious drama with a contemporary backdrop, Dotanba focuses on the attempts to rescue a group of tra
Who directed Dotanba? Directed by Ryuzo Kikushima.
Who is in the cast of Dotanba? It stars Rentaro Mikuni, Kō Nishimura, Daisuke Katō, Taiji Tonoyama, Jun Tatara, Keiko Tsushima and more.
Where can I stream Dotanba? Streaming availability for Dotanba is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Dotanba release? It released in 1956.
