Dreaming of the Meridian Arc
Eager officials in modern-day Katori City enthusiastically fund a historical drama about famed surveyor Tadataka Ino, credited with creating Japan's first map in 1821. As screenwriters and researchers dive into pre-production, they stumble upon a staggering revelation that upends accepted history. The honor of crafting that inaugural map, it seems, does not belong to Ino after all. This discovery triggers a chain of comedic and dramatic events, threatening not only the budget of their grand production but also the very foundation of local pride built around this legendary figure.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 大河への道 |
| Year | 2022 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, History |
| Director | Kenji Nakanishi |
| Runtime | 112 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.7/10 (3 votes) |
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The film deftly walks the line between situational comedy and a warm drama about provincial identity, exploring how myths bind communities and what happens when those myths begin to fracture.
What lingers after the credits is a clever, ironic look at how the past negotiates with the present, leaving viewers with a thoughtful smile rather than just a laugh. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Kenji Nakanishi
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Sun-drenched bustle of a provincial city hall, punctuated by stark black-and-white flashbacks to the Edo period.
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