Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow (2016)
Original title: 聖の青春
Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow is a 2016 Japanese-language drama movie directed by Yoshitaka Mori, with a running time of 2h 4m. It stars Kenichi Matsuyama, Masahiro Higashide and Shota Sometani.
Satoshi Murayama, the shogi (Japanese chess) master known as the arch-rival of Yoshiharu Habu, the shogi genius of the century, died of an intractable disease at age 29. Satoshi devoted his life to fighting not only the disease but also his rivals, feverishly pursuing the highest title, at risk to his life. Director Yoshitaka Mori (Hyakuhachi (2008), Space Brothers (2012)) depicts Murayama's true struggling life, full of love from his parents and teacher, based on the non-fiction novel written by Yoshio Osaki. Kenichi Matsuyama intensely portrays Satoshi and physically embodies the character.
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What is Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow about?
Satoshi Murayama, the shogi (Japanese chess) master known as the arch-rival of Yoshiharu Habu, the shogi genius of the century, died of an intractable disease at age 29. Satoshi devoted his life to fighting not only the disease but also his rivals, feverishly pursuing the highest title, at risk to his life. Director Yoshitaka Mori (Hyakuhachi (2008), Space Brothers (2012)) depicts Murayama's true struggling life, full of love from his parents and teacher, based on the non-fiction novel written by Yoshio Osaki. Kenichi Matsuyama intensely portrays Satoshi and physically embodies the character.
When was Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow released?
Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow was released on 2 November 2016.
How long is Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow?
Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow runs 2h 4m.
Who made Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow?
Satoshi: A Move for Tomorrow was directed by Yoshitaka Mori.