The Clone Returns Home 2008
“I must keep on living”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 110 minutes
- Director
- Kanji Nakajima
- Network
- Agung
- Where to Stream
- Tubi TV, Hoopla, Fawesome
What is The Clone Returns Home?
Topic: Film "The Clone Returns Home" (2008). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 110 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 19, 2008
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Studios
- Agung
- Genres
- Drama, Science Fiction
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10 from 37 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~110 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Agung
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Title: The Clone Returns Home
Year: 2008
Genres: Drama, Science Fiction
Runtime: 1h 50m
US Release Date: 02/01/2009
Rating: NR
Plot:
Kohei Takahara is an astronaut who dies in the line of duty.
He is legally resurrected as a clone.
Contrary to scientists' expectations, he reverts to childhood memories.
Context of memories: His twin brother drowned, sacrificing his life for Kohei.
The clone discovers the body of his former self, mistakenly believing it is his deceased twin.
He sets off carrying his corpse body to his beautiful hometown where he lived with his now dead mother.
Themes (IMDb): Meditation on the paradox of life and death, meaning of love and family. Set in an imaginary future.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and science fiction that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Clone Returns Home worth watching?
The Clone Returns Home holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 37 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Science Fiction for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Clone Returns Home and when was it released?
The Clone Returns Home is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Clone Returns Home?
The Clone Returns Home was directed by Kanji Nakajima.
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