The Last Dance (1993)
A successful Japanese movie director in his sixties becomes increasingly ill while working on his latest film. Though his family, friends, and doctor try to keep the secret of his terminal cancer from him, Buhei gradually comes to realize the truth of his condition, leading him on a journey of despair, anger, and – ultimately – acceptance.
Released: May 29, 1993
Runtime: 116 minutes
Stars: Rentaro Mikuni, Masahiko Tsugawa, Nobuko Miyamoto, Yoshiki Arizono, Tokie Hidari, Yoshihiro Katō
Crew: Jūzō Itami (Writer), Jūzō Itami (Director), Akira Suzuki (Editor), Yonezō Maeda (Cinematography), Toshiyuki Honda (Music), Seigo Hosogoe (Producer)