Adiantum Blue (2006 Film)

Adiantum Blue (Japanese: アジアンタムブルー) is a Japanese drama film released in 2006. Directed by Meiji Fujita, the film is based on a novel by Yoshio Osaki and features a screenplay written by Yumiko Kamiyama. It was produced and distributed by Kadokawa Pictures.

Adiantum Blue promotional poster — Promotional artwork for the 2006 film Adiantum Blue.

Plot

The narrative centers on a pianist, played by Nao Matsushita, who is diagnosed with a terminal illness. Seeking to make the most of her remaining time, she plans to travel to Nice with her lover, portrayed by Hiroshi Abe, to spend her final days in a peaceful environment.

Production and Release

The film was released in Japan on November 18, 2006. It has a runtime of 110 minutes. The cinematography was handled by Nobuyasu Kita, and the production was overseen by Ki-Ichi Iguchi.

Scene from Adiantum Blue — A scene featuring the lead actors in Adiantum Blue.

Cast

The film features the following cast members:

Hiroshi Abe as Ryuji Yamazaki
Nao Matsushita as Yoko Tsuzuki
Hijiri Kojima as Yuka
Kuranosuke Sasaki as Otohiko Kawakami
Takehiro Murata as Igarashi
Fumiyo Kohinata as Hayao Sawai
Reiko Takashima as Yukiko Kawakami
Tsubaki Nekoze
Kisuke Iida
Reiko Matsuo
Hiroshi Kanbe