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Mikio, the former manager of a shuttered movie theater, begins tracing his origins when its building is slated for demolition and redevelopment. His high school best friend, Nobuhiro, struggles to face his father’s advancing dementia. Old things fade away, and new things are born. Every day unfolds as a fleeting moment in a city undergoing constant change.
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How long is When the Island Floats?
When the Island Floats has a runtime of 1h 28m (1 hour and 28 minutes).
Who directed When the Island Floats?
When the Island Floats was directed by Ryo Katayama and released in 2025.
What genre is When the Island Floats?
When the Island Floats is a Drama film (2025).
Who stars in When the Island Floats?
The cast of When the Island Floats includes Shinji Matsubayashi, Doronzu Ishimoto, Hinako Saeki, Nobuto Okamoto.
