After tears comes a smile
1974, Japanese. Directed by Hirokazu Ichimura.
This coming-of-age film depicts a young man living alone with his younger sister who is grateful for the untainted love of his girlfriend, weeps over their beautiful friendship, and lives a strong and resilient life despite being stepped on and kicked.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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- Released
- 30 March 1974
- Original title
- 涙のあとから微笑みが
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yasuo Tanami
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How long is After tears comes a smile?
After tears comes a smile runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does After tears comes a smile have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is After tears comes a smile on?
After tears comes a smile isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 30 March 1974. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like After tears comes a smile?
If you liked After tears comes a smile, try One Million Yen Girl, Real Women Have Curves, Mr. Church.
Who directed After tears comes a smile?
After tears comes a smile (1974) was directed by Hirokazu Ichimura and stars Kensaku Morita, Kyoko Yoshizawa, Junko Sakurada.