Sanctuary
May 01, 1996 · 1h 7m
Director
Takashi WatanabeOverview
Two Japanese survivors of the Khmer Rouge massacres in Cambodia vow to find a sanctuary, even if they have to build it themselves. Returning to Japan, they take seemingly opposite paths: one becomes a politician, the other a gangster. As Asami and Houjou work through the linked worlds of politics and crime in modern Japan, they don't hesitate to do anything necessary to secure their own positions and stay true to their vow. Loyal to no one else, they find their friendship increasingly tested as they rise in their chosen fields.
Cast of Sanctuary
Crew of Sanctuary
About Sanctuary
What is Sanctuary about?
Two Japanese survivors of the Khmer Rouge massacres in Cambodia vow to find a sanctuary, even if they have to build it themselves. Returning to Japan, they take seemingly opposite paths: one becomes a politician, the other a gangster. As Asami and Houjou work through the linked worlds of politics and crime in modern Japan, they don't hesitate to do anything necessary to secure their own…
When was Sanctuary released?
Sanctuary was released on May 1, 1996.
How long is Sanctuary?
Sanctuary runs 1 hour 7 minutes (67 minutes).
Who directed Sanctuary?
Sanctuary was directed by Takashi Watanabe.
Who is in the cast of Sanctuary?
The cast of Sanctuary includes Kazuhiro Nakata (Chiaki Asami), Takaya Hashi (Tokai), Takeshi Watabe (Norimoto Isaoka), Show Hayami (Akira Hōjō) and Masako Katsuki (Hojo's Lover).