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Snow Falling on Cedars
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Snow Falling on Cedars

1999 · 127 min Drama Romance
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

In the 1950s, a Japanese-American fisherman is suspected of killing his neighbour at sea. For Ishmael, a local reporter, the trial strikes a deep emotional chord when he finds his ex-lover is linked to the case. As he investigates the killing, he uncovers some startling clues that lead him to a shocking discovery.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Scott Hicks

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawke

Ishmael Chambers

Youki Kudoh

Youki Kudoh

Hatsue Miyamoto

Reeve Carney

Reeve Carney

Young Ishmael Chambers

Anne Suzuki

Anne Suzuki

Young Hatsue Imada

Rick Yune

Rick Yune

Kazuo Miyamoto

Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow

Nels Gudmundsson

James Rebhorn

James Rebhorn

Alvin Hooks

James Cromwell

James Cromwell

Judge Fielding

Richard Jenkins

Richard Jenkins

Sheriff Art Moran

Arija Bareikis

Arija Bareikis

Susan Marie Heine

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