An Ocean to Cross

天平の甍
An Ocean to Cross
Genres: History
Year:1980
Country:JP
Runtime: 2h 0min
Cast: Yōichi Numata, Takahiro Tamura, Masaaki Daimon

Description:

The Tenpyou era in ancient Japan serves as the captivating backdrop for this heartfelt period drama. Four young, naive monks embark on a perilous journey to China, tasked with learning the intricacies of Buddhism and bringing back its esteemed high priest, Ganjin. The narrative delves into their youthful innocence and inexperience, while also exploring the rich culture and tumultuous events that shaped the life of Ganjin himself. Through harrowing encounters with nature, adversaries, and internal struggles, the monks' transformative odyssey forms the crux of this engaging, historically-rooted tale.