Antarctica
1983, Japanese. Directed by Koreyoshi Kurahara.
Amidst the coldest, harshest surroundings on earth, this true story celebrates the mystery and the warmth of life.
Two Japanese scientists, Ushioda and Ochi, develop a bond with their sled dogs while on an expedition in Antarctica.
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Koreyoshi KuraharaDirector
- Ken TakakuraUshioda
- Eiji OkadaOzawa Taicho
- Masako NatsumeOzawa Keiko
- Keiko OginomeShimura Asako
- Takeshi KusakaMorishima Kyoju
- Shigeru KōyamaHorigome Taicho
- So YamamuraIwakiri Sencho
- Jun EtohTokumitsu Taiin
- Koichi SatoToda Taicho
- Shin KishidaKissaten Master
- Takeshi ŌbayashiNonomiya Taicho
- Shinji KanaiOzaki Taicho
Details
- Released
- 23 July 1983
- Original title
- 南極物語
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Tatsuo Nogami, Susumu Saji, Toshirō Ishidō
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Antarctica: quick answers
Is Antarctica worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 70 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Antarctica?
Antarctica runs 143 minutes (2h 23m).
Does Antarctica have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Antarctica. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Antarctica suitable for kids?
Antarctica is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What movies are like Antarctica?
If you liked Antarctica, try Against the Ice, Endless Night, Cave Rescue.
Who directed Antarctica?
Antarctica (1983) was directed by Koreyoshi Kurahara and stars Ken Takakura, Eiji Okada, Masako Natsume.