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Departures (2008)
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📖 Story
Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.
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Worth tryingReflective
EnergyCalm and observant
ToneHuman and reflective
ExperienceObservation more than conflict
Best suited forcharacter-driven drama and emotional tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a calm watch that stays close to observation, nature, and the human bond rather than plot-heavy conflict.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
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Best suited for13
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight Departures is a 2008 film in the Drama category from Japan. Directed by Yojiro Takita. Starring Masahiro Motoki and Hirosue Ryoko. Runtime: about 130 minutes. Original language: Japanese. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 7.9/10.
Genre: Drama, Released in 2008, Original language: Japanese, Production: Japan, Runtime: about 130 minutes, Starring Masahiro Motoki and Hirosue Ryoko.
Runtime
130 min
Original language
Japanese
Country of origin
Japan
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Masahiro Motoki
Daigo Kobayashi
Hirosue Ryoko
Mika Kobayashi
Tsutomu Yamazaki
Ikuei Sasaki
Kimiko Yo
Yuriko Kamimura
Tetta Sugimoto
Yamashita
Toru Minegishi
Yoshiki Kobayashi
Tatsuo Yamada
Togashi
Yukiko Tachibana
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Yukari Tachibana
Rie Yamashita
Genjitsu Shu
Taro Ishida
Sonezaki
Yukimi Koyanagi
Hiroyuki Kishi
Sanae Miyata
Naomi Togashi
Director: Yojiro Takita
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1What is movie Departures (2008)?
It is a movie released in 2008 within the Drama category.
2What is the story of Departures?
Departures (2008) is a movie in the Drama category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Departures online?
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4What is the rating of Departures?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.9/10 based on 931 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Departures?
Its runtime is about 130 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Departures best suited for?
A grounded dramatic watch where the emotional payoff grows scene by scene and feels strongest once it settles in.
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