Breakthrough for Change (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film
Released in 2015, Breakthrough for Change is a comedy and drama film directed by Daisuke Matsuda, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Akira, Takeshi, Yasu, and Shun are a gang of four close friends, all of whom were core members of their high-school ekiden team. Although they were stars back in those days, having slacked up their efforts subsequently, their daily life is lackluster now that the age of forty is just around the corner. They talk at a favorite local tavern just like they used to after Akira comes home giving up his dream to become an actor. Thinking back, they have never accomplished anything but ekiden, and they have unknowingly acquired a tendency to run away from problems in life in general. The phrase they cannot help muttering to themselves is how brilliant they were in those days… Feeling dispirited, they think of participating in the Shimanto Dragon Ride. A challenge for the four men in their late thirties begins…
Who’s in it. Breakthrough for Change stars Yûsei Nishimura as Akira, Makoto Araki, Hiroshi Nose and Daichan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breakthrough for Change page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breakthrough for Change tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakthrough for Change (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakthrough for Change change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Breakthrough for Change?
- Breakthrough for Change stars Yûsei Nishimura, Makoto Araki, Hiroshi Nose, Daichan and Yasue Satô.
- When was Breakthrough for Change released?
- Breakthrough for Change was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.