---
title: "A Wind Named Amnesia"
year: 1990
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-wind-named-amnesia-1990"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 42070
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 80
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Wind Named Amnesia (1990) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-wind-named-amnesia-1990

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Wind Named Amnesia is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Animation, Drama, Science Fiction. Produced and broadcast by Japan Home Video, Madhouse. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mysterious wind strips humanity of its memories, leaving civilization in a primitive state."

### Why Watch
- explores a fascinating post-apocalyptic premise
- features a unique journey across america

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details provided in the source material
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries an R15+ rating and contains dramatic science fiction themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animation, drama, science fiction

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kazuo Yamazaki
- **Networks / Studios**: Japan Home Video, Madhouse

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kazuki Yao** as *Wataru (voice)*
- **Keiko Toda** as *Sophia (voice)*
- **Kappei Yamaguchi** as *Johnny (voice)*
- **Yuko Mita** as *Sue (voice)*
- **Daisuke Gori** as *Little John (voice)*
- **Noriko Hidaka** as *Lisa (voice)*
- **Osamu Saka** as *Simpson (voice)*
- **Masaharu Sato** as *Guardian (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was A Wind Named Amnesia released?
The anime film was released theatrically on December 22, 1990.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Kazuo Yamazaki.

### Q: Which studio produced the anime film adaptation?
The anime film adaptation was produced by Madhouse.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film encompasses animation, drama, and science fiction.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
A global wind wipes away the memories and knowledge of everyone on Earth, and a re-educated young man later takes a journey across America.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Wind Named Amnesia — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/42070)
- [A Wind Named Amnesia - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Wind_Named_Amnesia)

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