The Birth of Saké
2015, Japanese. Directed by Erik Shirai.
Through the unrelenting winter in the north of Japan, a small group of workers must brave unusual working conditions to bring to life a 2,000-year-old tradition known as sake. A cinematic documentary, The Birth of Sake is a visually immersive experience of an almost-secret world in which large sacrifices must be made for the survival of a time-honored brew.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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Where to watch The Birth of Saké
The Birth of Saké is streaming on OVID in India.
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Details
- Released
- 16 April 2015
- Original title
- 酒の誕生
- Country
- Japan, United States of America
- Written by
- Erik Shirai
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The Birth of Saké: quick answers
Is The Birth of Saké worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Birth of Saké?
The Birth of Saké runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Birth of Saké have a post-credits scene?
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The Birth of Saké parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Birth of Saké yet.
Which OTT platform is The Birth of Saké on?
The Birth of Saké is streaming on OVID in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Birth of Saké?
If you liked The Birth of Saké, try Lakota Nation vs. United States, Reel Injun, Why We Ride.
Who directed The Birth of Saké?
The Birth of Saké (2015) was directed by Erik Shirai.