Aya (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film
Released in 1991, Aya is a notable film directed by Solrun Hoaas, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Aya, a young Japanese war bride, arrives in a small Australian town during the 1950s. She and her husband, Frank, are very much in love. Yet somehow Aya still feels more comfortable with the Japanese-speaking Mac, a close friend of Frank's, whose wartime experiences left him with a deep regard for Japanese culture. But Frank wants Aya to forget her Japanese past. Aya finds work in a Japanese restaurant and has a short affair with an Australian-Japanese businessman. With her marriage falling apart, Aya leaves Frank.
Who’s in it. Aya stars Eri Ishida as Aya, Nicholas Eadie as Frank, Chris Haywood as Mac and Tim Robertson as Willy, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Aya page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Aya (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Aya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Aya?
- Aya stars Eri Ishida, Nicholas Eadie, Chris Haywood, Tim Robertson and Matthew Crosby.
- When was Aya released?
- Aya was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.