The Tale of Iya
Watch TrailerAs a tunnel construction project threatens the natural order of one of Japan's last untouched regions, an old man and his granddaughter Haruna's humble lifestyle begins to influence the outlook of a man from Tokyo.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 祖谷物語―おくのひと― |
| Year | 2013 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery |
| Director | Tetsuichirô Tsuta |
| Runtime | 170 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.9/10 (26 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The director constructs a narrative that relies on the contemplative power of nature and sparse dialogue. It explores the subtle intersection of two value systems—the mythical and the modern—through silence and ritual rather than overt conflict.
What lingers after the final frame is a profound sense of melancholy for a world quietly receding. The film asks what is lost when we tunnel through sacred ground. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Tetsuichirô Tsuta
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Best viewed undisturbed, in a quiet room, allowing its slow rhythm to take hold.
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