Norwegian Wood tenderly portrays grief and emotional survival after loss, following Toru as he navigates trauma, memory, and complicated bonds with Naoko and Midori. Through restrained performances and symbolic storytelling, the film captures intimacy and sorrow with quiet depth, even if its pacing occasionally feels fragmented. Ultimately, it offers a reflective and melancholic experience about choosing to live in…
Top Cast
Kenichi Matsuyama
Toru Watanabe
Rinko Kikuchi
Naoko
Kiko Mizuhara
Midori
Reika Kirishima
Reiko Ishida
Eriko Hatsune
Hatsumi
Tetsuji Tamayama
Nagasawa
Tokio Emoto
Storm Trooper
Kengo Kora
Kizuki
Takao Handa
Midori's Father
Shigesato Itoi
Professor
Haruomi Hosono
Record Shop Manager
Yukihiro Takahashi
Gatekeeper
Yuki Ito
Student Activist
Kentaro Tamura
Student Activist
Makoto Sugisawa
Student Activist
Kohei Yoshino
Student Activist
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FAQ about Norwegian Wood
What is Norwegian Wood about?
Toru recalls his life in the 1960s, when his friend Kizuki killed himself and he grew close to Naoko, Kizuki's girlfriend, and another woman, the outgoing, lively Midori.
When was Norwegian Wood released?
Norwegian Wood was released in 2010.
What genres does Norwegian Wood belong to?
Norwegian Wood is categorised as Drama, Romance.
Who stars in Norwegian Wood?
The cast of Norwegian Wood includes Kenichi Matsuyama, Rinko Kikuchi, Kiko Mizuhara, Reika Kirishima, Eriko Hatsune.