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The Professor and His Beloved Equation
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The Professor and His Beloved Equation

2006-01-21 · 117 min · ★ 6.8

Drama · Family · Romance

This is the story between single mother housekeeper and mathematics professor,who has a brain damage.

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Directors
Takashi Koizumi
Production companies
Asmik Ace Entertainment, Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, IMAGICA, Sumitomo Corporation, Tokyu Recreation, Shinchosha Company
Countries
Japan
Status
Released
Budget
USD 5,000,000

Top Cast

Akira TeraoAkira TeraoProfessor
Eri FukatsuEri FukatsuKyoko
Ruriko AsaokaRuriko AsaokaWidow
Hidetaka YoshiokaHidetaka YoshiokaRoot
Hisashi IgawaHisashi IgawaHousekeeper Agent
Takanari SaitoRoot (young)

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