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Hatsu Yume (First Dream)

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With a title referring to Japanese folklore, wherein things done on the first day of a new year are significant, the film - an ardent dream entirely shot in Japan - stands as a spiritual allegory equating light and dark with life and death.

DirectorBill Viola
WriterBill Viola
ProducerBill Viola

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Cast · Directed by Bill Viola

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Shinnosuke Misawa
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Hatsu Yume (First Dream) — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hatsu Yume (First Dream)?

Hatsu Yume (First Dream) isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Hatsu Yume (First Dream) on Netflix?

No, Hatsu Yume (First Dream) is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Hatsu Yume (First Dream) on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Hatsu Yume (First Dream) isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Hatsu Yume (First Dream) for free?

Hatsu Yume (First Dream) isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Hatsu Yume (First Dream)?

Hatsu Yume (First Dream) hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.