Cast
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Shochi Tanabe
as Shochi Tanabe
Masaaki Sakai
as Masaaki Sakai
Jun Inoue
as Jun Inoue
Takayuki Inoue
as Takayuki Inoue
Katsuo Ono
as Katsuo Ono
Mitsuru Kato
as Mitsuru Kato
Hiroshi Kamayatsu
as Hiroshi Kamayatsu
Ruriko Itô
as Etsuko Tashiro
Hiromi Ogawa
as Kyoko Hishikawa
Emma Sugimoto
as Linda
Akio Aozora
as
Haruo Aozora
as
Bontarō Taira
as
Toshie Kusunoki
as
Eiji Gō
as
Crew
Director
- Katsumi Nishikawa
Producer
- Farida Arriany
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
The Spiders' The Road to Bali represents a fascinating example of Music/Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Katsumi Nishikawa brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1968, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Spiders' The Road to Bali took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 87 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 258 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1968, when this film was released:
- Social and cultural revolution was transforming Western societies.
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Spiders' The Road to Bali shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Spiders' The Reckless Operation, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The Spiders' The Road to Bali subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Spiders' The Noisy Parade and Carry On England explore similar territory, The Spiders' The Road to Bali stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: August 28, 1968
- Runtime: 1h 27m
