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Release Year2015
Runtime1h 47m
LanguageJapanese
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, Comedy
Votes5
DirectorYoshihiro Fukagawa
WritersYoshihiro Fukagawa
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.4 out of 10
Cast9 credited
Also Known AsTeacher and Stray Cat
About Teacher and Stray Cat
Following the death of his wife professor Kyoichi leads a solitary life by the sea. A stray cat called Mii, who was being fed by his wife, not only continues to drop by, but also seems to be visiting the altar Kyoichi has set up for his deceased wife. While uncomfortable with the cat and its visits, he nonetheless takes up a search when Mii goes missing. The endeavour connects him with the town's folk and reveals that he is not alone.
Directed by Yoshihiro Fukagawa, Teacher and Stray Cat leans on a strong ensemble — Issey Ogata, Shota Sometani, Kie Kitano — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2015.
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