The Wings of Honneamise (1987)
Directed by Hiroyuki Yamaga
Run Time - 150 min. |
Countries - Japan |
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Synopsis by Brian Whitener
This epic film tells the story of the first space flight on a parallel Earth. The film focuses on the young hero Shirotzugh Lhadatto who signs up for the space program after failing the entrance exam for the royal navy. Unfortunately, the space program is not taken seriously by the government, but against all odds the program succeeds and Shirotzugh becomes the first astronaut. The picture features an original score by Oscar winner Ryuichi Sakamoto.