The Funeral 1984

Overview

The Funeral is a 1984 Japanese feature film categorized under the comedy and drama genres. Written and directed by Juzo Itami, the film is known in Japanese as Ososhiki. The narrative centers on the unexpected death of a character named Wabisuke's father-in-law. Following this loss, the story depicts the family as they navigate a series of random events and occurrences while preparing for a traditional Japanese funeral. The proceedings unfold over the course of three days within the family home. The film has a runtime of approximately two hours and five minutes and was released on November 17, 1984. Additional content tags associated with the production include themes of infidelity and the death of a father-in-law. The film serves as a depiction of the preparations required for a traditional funeral ceremony. As an archival record, the film is recognized for its comedic approach to the subject matter, often described as a deadly comedy. The production features a variety of cast and crew members involved in the creative process of this Japanese cinematic work.