Nankyoku monogatari

"Amidst the coldest, harshest surroundings on earth, this true story celebrates the mystery and the warmth of life."

Jul 23 1983 G 2h 23m
Adventure, Drama

Two Japanese scientists, Ushioda and Ochi, develop a bond with their sled dogs while on an expedition in Antarctica.

Plot

Two Japanese scientists, Ushioda and Ochi, develop a bond with their sled dogs while on an expedition in Antarctica. Ushioda and Ochi eventually leave Antarctica, only to return to search for the dogs inadvertently marooned there.

Written by

Tatsuo Nogami, Susumu Saji, Toshirô Ishidô

Directed by

Koreyoshi Kurahara

Production Countries

Japan

Production Companies

Gakken Co. Ltd., Fuji Television Network, Kurahara Productions

Languages

English

Awards

3 wins & 5 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
1,910
Average Rating
7.6 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA