Will to Live
生きたい
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About
It is based on the story of The Ballad of Narayama updated to the present day, with the substitution of putting a parent into an old people's home for the abandonment of the original. The film won the Golden St. George and the FIPRESCI Prize at the 21st Moscow International Film Festival.
Cast
Rentaro Mikuni
as Yasukichi
Shinobu Otake
as Tokuko
Naoko Ohtani
as Yasukichi's lover
Akira Emoto
as Doctor
Yoshiko Miyazaki
as Tomoko
Choei Takahashi
as
Akaji Maro
as
Hideo Kanze
as Director of a hospital
Aya Mizuno
as
Masaru Baba
as
Yuriko Hirooka
as
Hitoshi Kusanagi
as
Ai Toyama
as
Nao Omori
as
Rinko Kikuchi
as
Naomasa Musaka
as
Hisako Hara
as
Moeko Ezawa
as
Manabu Muraji
as
Yasumi Maezawa
as
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Stream Will to Live online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1999, it's earned a solid 6.4/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About Will to Live
It is based on the story of The Ballad of Narayama updated to the present day, with the substitution of putting a parent into an old people's home for the abandonment of the original. The film won the Golden St. George and the FIPRESCI Prize at the 21st Moscow International Film Festival. Running 119 minutes.
Will to Live Cast and Characters
The cast features Rentaro Mikuni (as Yasukichi), Shinobu Otake (as Tokuko), Naoko Ohtani (as Yasukichi's lover), Akira Emoto (as Doctor), and Yoshiko Miyazaki (as Tomoko). Their performances are a major reason Will to Live has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Will to Live NowWhy People Are Watching Will to Live
Will to Live 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 Will to Live
Where can I watch Will to Live online for free?
You can watch Will to Live online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Will to Live?
Will to Live runs for 119 minutes (about 2 hours).
Is Will to Live good? What's the rating?
Will to Live holds a 6.4/10 rating based on 7 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Will to Live?
The main cast includes Rentaro Mikuni, Shinobu Otake, Naoko Ohtani, and Akira Emoto, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Will to Live available in Japanese?
Yes — Will to Live 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 Will to Live released?
Will to Live was released in 1999.
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Where can I watch Will to Live for free?
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What is Will to Live about?
Will to Live is a Drama film. It is based on the story of The Ballad of Narayama updated to the present day, with the substitution of putting a parent into an old people's home for the abandonment of the original. The film won the Golden St. George and the FIPRESCI Prize at the 21st Moscow International Film Festival.
When was Will to Live released?
Will to Live was released on January 15, 1999. It has a runtime of 1h 59m. The film was produced by Kindai Eiga Kyokai.
Who stars in Will to Live?
Will to Live stars Rentaro Mikuni, Shinobu Otake, Naoko Ohtani and Akira Emoto. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Will to Live available in HD?
Yes, Will to Live 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.