Railroad Man

1999 | 112 minutes | 6.9 ★ (40)

Railroad Man
  • Overview

    A railway stationmaster at a dying end-of-the-line village in Hokkaido is haunted by memories of his dead wife and daughter. When the railroad line is scheduled to be closed, he is offered a job at a hotel, but he is emotionally unable to part with his career as a railroader. His life takes a turn when he meets a young woman with an interest in trains who resembles his daughter.

  • Release Date

    05 June 1999

  • DirectingYasuo Furuhata
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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