A Hen in the Wind
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Tokiko patiently awaits her husband's return from WWII when her four-year old son falls ill. She takes him to the doctor but has no means of paying, so she resorts to prostitution. A month later, her husband returns to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together, they must deal with the consequences.
Cast
Kinuyo Tanaka
as Tokiko Amamiya
Shūji Sano
as Shuichi Amamiya
Chieko Murata
as Akiko Ida
Chishū Ryū
as Kazuichiro Satake
Hōhi Aoki
as Shoichi
Chiyoko Ayatani
as Fusako Onada
Reiko Minakami
as Orie Noma
Takeshi Sakamoto
as Hikozo Sakai
Eiko Takamatsu
as Tsune
Chiyoko Fumiya
as Fusako Onoda
Toshinosuke Nagao
as Doctor
Kenzo Nakagawa
as Policeman
Fumiko Okamura
as Landlady
Ichirō Shimizu
as Yoshikawa
Kōji Mitsui
as Hideo
Kunio Teshirogi
as Man
Yoshino Tani
as Nurse 1
Keiko Izumi
as Nurse 2
Sakae Nakayama
as Nurse 3
Binnosuke Nagao
as Man
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About A Hen in the Wind
Tokiko patiently awaits her husband's return from WWII when her four-year old son falls ill. She takes him to the doctor but has no means of paying, so she resorts to prostitution. A month later, her husband returns to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together, they must deal with the consequences. Running 84 minutes.
A Hen in the Wind Cast and Characters
The cast features Kinuyo Tanaka (as Tokiko Amamiya), Shūji Sano (as Shuichi Amamiya), Chieko Murata (as Akiko Ida), Chishū Ryū (as Kazuichiro Satake), and Hōhi Aoki (as Shoichi). Their performances are a major reason A Hen in the Wind has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch A Hen in the Wind NowWhy People Are Watching A Hen in the Wind
A Hen in the Wind flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about A Hen in the Wind
Where can I watch A Hen in the Wind online for free?
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How long is A Hen in the Wind?
A Hen in the Wind runs for 84 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is A Hen in the Wind good? What's the rating?
A Hen in the Wind holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 58 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of A Hen in the Wind?
The main cast includes Kinuyo Tanaka, Shūji Sano, Chieko Murata, and Chishū Ryū, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is A Hen in the Wind available in Japanese?
Yes — A Hen in the Wind was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was A Hen in the Wind released?
A Hen in the Wind was released in 1948.
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What is A Hen in the Wind about?
A Hen in the Wind is a Drama film. Tokiko patiently awaits her husband's return from WWII when her four-year old son falls ill. She takes him to the doctor but has no means of paying, so she resorts to prostitution. A month later, her husband returns to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together, they must deal with the consequences.
When was A Hen in the Wind released?
A Hen in the Wind was released on September 17, 1948. It has a runtime of 1h 24m. The film was produced by Shochiku.
Who stars in A Hen in the Wind?
A Hen in the Wind stars Kinuyo Tanaka, Shūji Sano, Chieko Murata and Chishū Ryū. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is A Hen in the Wind available in HD?
Yes, A Hen in the Wind is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.