IMDb >
Kâbê (2008)
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summarysynopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsKâbê (2008) More at IMDbPro »
| Videos (see all 5) |
|
Overview
User Rating:
Director:
Writers:
Release Date:
26 January 2008 (Japan)
more
Plot:
Based on childhood days of Teruyo Nogami. | add synopsis
Plot Keywords:
Awards:
14 nominations
more
User Comments:
Yamada Youji delivers again
more (6 total)
Cast
(Credited cast) | Tadanobu Asano | ... | Yamazaki Toru |
| Mirai Shida | ... | Hatsuko Nogami |
| Takashi Sasano | ||
| Rei Dan | ||
| Sayuri Yoshinaga | ... | Kayo Nogami |
| Mitsuru Fukikoshi | ||
| Keiko Toda | ... | Teruyo Nogami - adult |
| Denden | ||
| Hideji Ôtaki | ||
| Tsurube Shôfukutei | ... | Senkichi Fujioka |
| Tokie Hidari | ||
| Mizuho Suzuki | ||
| Mitsugoro Bando | ||
| Umenosuke Nakamura | ||
| Miku Satô | ... | Teruyo Nogami |
| Koen Kondo | ||
| Makoto Akatsuka |
Additional Details
Also Known As:
Kabei: Our Mother (International: English title) (USA) (new title)
Kaabee (Japan) (alternative transliteration)
Kabei - Our Mother (Europe: English title) (festival title)
Our Mother (International: English title)
more
Kaabee (Japan) (alternative transliteration)
Kabei - Our Mother (Europe: English title) (festival title)
Our Mother (International: English title)
more
Parents Guide:
Runtime:
USA:133 min | Germany:133 min (Berlin International Film Festival)
Country:
Language:
Color:
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Certification:
Filming Locations:
Company:
FAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more (6 total)
Message Boards
Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Kâbê (2008)Recommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
|
|
|
|
|
| Bushi no ichibun | 15-Sai: Gakko IV | Megane | Lorelei | Kagi |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | External reviews |
| IMDb Drama section | IMDb Japan section | Add this title to MyMovies |
"Kaabee" depicts the hardship of a woman in pre and during WWII, raising her kids alone after her husband imprisoned for "thought crime". This movie was directed by Yamada Youji, and as expected the atmosphere of this movie is really wonderful. Although the historical correctness of some scenes, most notably the beach scene, is a suspect.
The acting in this movie is absolutely incredible. I am baffled at how they managed to gather this all-star cast for a 2008 film. Yoshinaga Sayuri, possibly the most decorated still-active actress in Japan, will undoubtedly win more individual awards for her performance in this film. Shoufukutei Tsurube in a supporting role was really nice as well. It was Asano Tadanobu though, who delivered the most impressive performance, perfectly portraying the wittiness of his character and the difficult situation he was in.
Films with pre-war setting is not my thing, but thanks to wonderful directing and acting, I was totally absorbed by the story. Also, it wasn't a far-left nonsense like "Yuunagi no Machi, Sakura no Kuni", and examines the controversial and sensitive issue of government oppression and brainwashing that occurred in that period in Japan. Excellent film, highly recommended for all viewers.