In the movie ‘Snow Falling on Cedars’ released in 1999, a Japanese-American fisherman is suspected of killing his neighbor at sea during the 1950s. The story unveils with a reporter named Ishmael uncovering this event. Here, there is an exploration into the filming locations, famous actors involved in the movie, and intriguing facts about it.
Where it Filmed?
Snow Falling on Cedars’ was filmed in various locations. The creation of the movie took place between the dates of January 26, 1998, and May 16, 1998. The numerous shooting sites include:
- The scenic Fort Ebey State Park situated in Whidbey Island, Washington, USA.
- Kaslo, a small but picturesque village located in British Columbia, Canada.
- Kootenay Lake in British Columbia, Canada which has a beautiful view.
- Nelson, another location from British Columbia, Canada known for its charming streets and buildings.
- And lastly, it was filmed in Cathlamet, Washington, USA, known for its serene environment.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Ethan Hawke | Ishmael Chambers |
| Reeve Carney | Young Ishmael Chambers |
| Anne Suzuki | Young Hatsue Imada |
| Rick Yune | Kazuo Miyamoto |
| James Rebhorn | Alvin Hooks |
| James Cromwell | Judge Fielding |
| Richard Jenkins | Sheriff Art Moran |
| Arija Bareikis | Susan Marie Heine |
| Eric Thal | Carl Heine Jr. |
| Celia Weston | Etta Heine |
| Akira Takayama | Hisao Imada |
| Ako | Fujiko Imada |
| Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa | Zenhichi Miyamoto |
| Zak Orth | Deputy Abel Martinson |
| Max Wright | Horace Whaley |
| Sam Shepard | Arthur Chambers |
| Caroline Kava | Helen Chambers |
| Jan Rubes | Ole Jurgensen |
| Sheila Moore | Liesel Jurgensen |
| Zeljko Ivanek | Dr. Whitman |
| Seiji Inouye | Young Kazuo Miyamoto |
| Saemi Nakamura | Sumiko Imada |
| Mika Fujii | Yukiko Imada |
| Dwight McFee | Bus Driver |
| Bill Harper | Levant |
| Myles Ferguson | German Soldier |
| Noah Heney | Ship’s Doctor |
| A. Arthur Takemoto | Buddhist Priest |
| Ken Takemoto | Monk |
| Larry Musser | Gas Station Attendant |
| Jamie Kang | Singing Girl |
| Lili Marshall | Strawberry Girl |
| Lisa Mena | Strawberry Woman |
| Jethro Heysen-Hicks | Parade Boy with Stick |
| Tom Heaton | Juror |
| Frank C. Turner | Juror |
| Marilyn Norry | Juror |
| Peter Crook | Fisherman |
| Ron Snyder | Fisherman |
| Jay Brazeau | Reporter |
| Tom Scholte | Reporter |
| Gareth Williams | FBI Agent |
| Anthony Harrison | FBI Agent |
| Adam Pospisil | Heine Child |
| Sean Akira | Man in the Courtroom (uncredited) |
| Bart Anderson | Principal (uncredited) |
| Barry Brandt | Marine (uncredited) |
| Robert J. Burke Jr. | Tarawa Marine (uncredited) |
| Don ‘Tex’ Clark | Staff Sergeant (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- ‘Snow Falling on Cedars’ is a drama mystery film which was premiered in Brazil on 19 November 1999.
- The film has an impressive runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes.
- Directed by Scott Hicks, this movie reveals a fascinating story written by David Guterson and Ron Bass.
- The film stars significant acting figures such as Ethan Hawke, Yûki Kudô, and Reeve Carney.
- It was well-received by movie critics and audiences and gathered 203 user and 95 critic reviews.
- The distinguished cast includes Ethan Hawke as Ishmael Chambers, Yûki Kudô as Hatsue Miyamoto, Reeve Carney as Young Ishmael Chambers, and others.
- This film received an Oscar nomination, along with 5 wins and 10 nominations for various awards.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Fort Ebey State Park, Whidbey Island, Washington, USA
- Latitude: 48.21862
- Longitude: -122.7545574
- Place ID: ChIJdUfv7fuMj1QR-TgQqAyX2V4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Fort Ebey State Pk, 400 Hill Valley Dr, Coupeville, WA 98239, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada
- Latitude: 49.91424989999999
- Longitude: -116.9154503
- Place ID: ChIJAYD4h-Foe1MROjV37BYfU9I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Kaslo, BC, Canada
- Timezone: America/Vancouver
- Location Name: Kootenay Lake, British Columbia, Canada
- Latitude: 49.57009370000001
- Longitude: -116.8312394
- Place ID: ChIJjVT7NalYe1MRjQ-v3KPsUGE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Kootenay Lake, Central Kootenay, BC, Canada
- Timezone: America/Vancouver
- Location Name: Cathlamet, Washington, USA
- Latitude: 46.2031656
- Longitude: -123.3831834
- Place ID: ChIJgcqoMsN4lFQRQL9t3e54U0c
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Cathlamet, WA 98612, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
