Who is Kanji Watanabe (Chief of Citizen's Section) in Ikiru?

Takashi Shimura plays Kanji Watanabe (Chief of Citizen's Section) in the film.

Mr. Watanabe suddenly finds that he has terminal cancer. He vows to make his final days meaningful. His attempts to communicate his anguish to his son and daughter-in-law lead only to heartbreak. Finally, inspired by an unselfish co-worker, he turns his efforts to bringing happiness to others by building a playground in a dreary slum neighborhood. When the park is finally completed, he is able to face death with peaceful acceptance.

Ikiru

Name: Ikiru
Genre: Drama
Released: 1952-10-09
Duration: 143
Rating: 96

NR 2 hr 23 min

Rate

List

Theaters near

Loading format filters…

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Ikiru?: Ikiru is 2 hr 23 min long.

Who directed Ikiru?: Akira Kurosawa

Who is Kanji Watanabe (Chief of Citizen's Section) in Ikiru?: Takashi Shimura plays Kanji Watanabe (Chief of Citizen's Section) in the film.

What is Ikiru about?: Mr. Watanabe suddenly finds that he has terminal cancer. He vows to make his final days meaningful. His attempts to communicate his anguish to his son and daughter-in-law lead only to heartbreak. Finally, inspired by an unselfish co-worker, he turns his efforts to bringing happiness to others by building a playground in a dreary slum neighborhood. When the park is finally completed, he is able to face death with peaceful acceptance.