Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles

2005 | 109 minutes | 7.1 ★ (80)

Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles
  • Overview

    Takada, a Japanese fisherman has been estranged from his son for many years, but when the son is diagnosed with terminal cancer his daughter-in-law, Rie, summons him to the hospital. Through a series of obstacles and relationships, he is brought unexpectedly closer to both an understanding of himself and of his son.

  • Release Date

    22 December 2005

  • DirectingZhang Yimou
  • Budget

    $7,500,000.00

  • Revenue

    $3,752,325.00

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