Somersault on the Way
とんぼ返り道中
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A young boy named Chomatsu (Misora Hibari) lives with an old man Denbei near the grounds of Asakusa temple as bell ringers. In their house is an Echigo lion mask, a memento of Chomatsu's deceased father. After several incidents of Echigo lion masks being destroyed in the area, a local kingpin Saheiji shows up at Denbei's demanded he hand over the mask, a request Denbei rejects out of pity for Chomatsu. However, after it is accidentally revealed that the mask contains an important map, Saheiji plots to steal the mask. Chomatsu gets involved after his mother makes a sudden reappearance that sends the boy on a roundabout journey that will reveal the truth about his family.
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Stream Somersault on the Way online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about music and drama movie originally produced in Japanese and released in 1950, it's earned a solid 0.0/10 from 0 viewers worldwide.
About Somersault on the Way
A young boy named Chomatsu (Misora Hibari) lives with an old man Denbei near the grounds of Asakusa temple as bell ringers. In their house is an Echigo lion mask, a memento of Chomatsu's deceased father. After several incidents of Echigo lion masks being destroyed in the area, a local kingpin Saheiji shows up at Denbei's demanded he hand over the mask, a request Denbei rejects out of pity for Chomatsu. However, after it is accidentally revealed that the mask contains an important map, Saheiji plots to steal the mask. Chomatsu gets involved after his mother makes a sudden reappearance that sends the boy on a roundabout journey that will reveal the truth about his family. Running 82 minutes.
Somersault on the Way Cast and Characters
The cast features Hibari Misora (as Chomatsu), Kodayu Ichikawa (as Denbei), Yoshiko Tsubouchi (as Oito), Shunji Sakai (as Genroku), and Chikako Miyagi (as Umekichi). Their performances are a major reason Somersault on the Way has built such a passionate audience.
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Somersault on the Way 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.
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How long is Somersault on the Way?
Somersault on the Way runs for 82 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is Somersault on the Way good? What's the rating?
Somersault on the Way holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Somersault on the Way?
The main cast includes Hibari Misora, Kodayu Ichikawa, Yoshiko Tsubouchi, and Shunji Sakai, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Somersault on the Way available in Japanese?
Yes — Somersault on the Way 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 Somersault on the Way released?
Somersault on the Way was released in 1950.
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What is Somersault on the Way about?
Somersault on the Way is a Music/Drama film. A young boy named Chomatsu (Misora Hibari) lives with an old man Denbei near the grounds of Asakusa temple as bell ringers. In their house is an Echigo lion mask, a memento of Chomatsu's deceased father. After several incidents of Echigo lion masks being destroyed in the area, a local kingpin Saheiji shows up at Denbei's demanded he hand over the mask, a request Denbei rejects out of pity for Chomatsu. However, after it is accidentally revealed that the mask contains an important map, Saheiji plots to steal the mask. Chomatsu gets involved after his mother makes a sudden reappearance that sends the boy on a roundabout journey that will reveal the truth about his family.
When was Somersault on the Way released?
Somersault on the Way was released on December 31, 1950. It has a runtime of 1h 22m. The film was produced by Shochiku.
Who stars in Somersault on the Way?
Somersault on the Way stars Hibari Misora, Kodayu Ichikawa, Yoshiko Tsubouchi and Shunji Sakai. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Somersault on the Way available in HD?
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