An elderly couple, Shukishi and Tomi Hirayama, travel from their small seaside town of Onomichi to Tokyo to visit their adult children. However, their children are too busy with their own lives and responsibilities to spend time with them. Feeling neglected and invisible, the couple quietly return home, realizing the growing generation gap and the changing dynamics of family relationships.
Good Morning is a gentle comedy that follows the everyday life of a family in post-war Japan. It explores themes of generational conflict, social dynamics, and the importance of communication.
An Autumn Afternoon tells the story of a widower who navigates through existential loneliness while trying to arrange a marriage for his daughter in autumnal Tokyo.
Late Spring is a beautiful and poignant film set in post-World War II Japan. It tells the story of a widower and his unmarried daughter, exploring the themes of family, love, and sacrifice. The film showcases the delicate relationship between the father and daughter as they navigate societal expectations and the generation gap.
Late Autumn (1960) tells the story of a young widow who faces challenges in her life as she navigates through generational conflicts, societal traditions, and the search for love. She finds herself caught between the expectations of her traditional family, the desires of her heart, and the complexities of modern society. With the help of her best friend and the support of a free-spirited woman, she learns to embrace new opportunities and rediscover the joy of living.
The Flavor of Green Tea Over Rice follows a couple with a strained marriage who find their relationship further tested when their niece comes to stay with them. Set in Tokyo, Japan, the film explores themes of arranged marriage, marital tensions, and the generation gap. Through a series of events involving singing war songs, smoking cigarettes, and gossip, the couple must confront their own feelings and the societal pressure to conform. Pachinko parlors, leftover food, and the backdrop of a kitchen play important roles in the story, as the couple's secrets and suspicions unravel.
Set in post-war Japan, a young woman named Noriko is faced with the pressures of marriage and family expectations. She must decide between following tradition or seeking her own path in life.
The Only Son tells the story of a single mother living in Tokyo during the Great Depression. She works in a factory and dreams of her son becoming a successful schoolteacher. Despite financial hardships, she sacrifices everything to provide a good education for her only son. The film depicts the struggles of the urban setting, the mother-son relationship, and the poverty prevalent at the time.
Tokyo Twilight follows the story of a single father and his motherless daughters as they navigate their dark past and uncover long-lost secrets. Set in post-war Japan, the film explores themes of adultery, abandonment, and the search for truth. With a focus on family relationships and maternal love, Tokyo Twilight delves into the complexities of parenthood and the consequences of the choices we make. As the plot unfolds, the characters are confronted with unexpected revelations that challenge their understanding of themselves and their family. This emotionally charged film explores the depths of human relationships and the impact of past actions on the present.
Floating Weeds follows the story of a theater company director who returns to his hometown and rekindles a relationship with a former mistress and their illegitimate son. The film explores themes of love, family relationships, and the struggles of life in a small town.
The End of Summer tells the story of a widower who must navigate the complexities of running a small brewery while dealing with the loss of his wife. As he grapples with the existential loneliness of old age, he also confronts the challenges posed by modernization and changing traditions. The film explores themes of family relationships, honor, infidelity, and the struggle between preserving the past and embracing the future.
Set in post-war Japan, the movie follows the life of a young boy who lives in a tenement. He experiences the hardships and struggles of a working-class family while searching for his lost father. Along the way, he forms deep relationships and learns valuable life lessons.
A Hen in the Wind tells the story of a woman who turns to prostitution to support her sick child and unemployed husband. The movie explores themes of guilt, domestic violence, and the desperate measures people will take to survive in a post-war society.
Dragnet Girl follows the story of a shopgirl who becomes entangled with a gangster, leading to a journey of love, redemption, and the pursuit of a better life. Set in the backdrop of Japanese noir, the film explores themes of brother-sister relationships, one last job, jealousy, and the impact of past decisions. As the story unfolds, the protagonists navigate their way through the world of a boxing gym, a dance hall, and the challenges posed by a police dragnet after an armed robbery.
Passing Fancy tells the story of a widowed father in Tokyo who navigates the challenges of raising his son while dealing with generational conflicts, unrequited love, and financial hardships. With comedic moments and emotional depth, the film explores themes of family, friendship, and sacrifice.
Early Spring is a 1956 movie that explores the life of a man caught in a midlife crisis. As he navigates the challenges of his dysfunctional marriage and dull corporate job, he finds solace in a young neighbor. The movie delves into themes of love, jealousy, and the pursuit of happiness amidst a backdrop of post-war Japan.
A single father works as a textile worker to provide for his son. The son, a student, faces challenges at school and forms a special bond with his math teacher. Tragedy strikes when the father becomes seriously ill, and the son must balance his responsibilities and education. Through hardship, they learn the importance of dignity, friendship, and the value of hard work.
A young woman in Tokyo faces numerous hardships as she tries to support her family.
An Inn in Tokyo is a drama film released in 1935. The story revolves around an impoverished single father who strives to provide for his young son in Tokyo, Japan. The film explores the challenges they face as they try to make ends meet and find a place to stay. It portrays the bond between the father and son and the sacrifices they make for each other.
Tokyo Chorus follows the story of an insurance salesman who is struggling to support his family during the Great Depression. He faces various challenges, including being fired from his job, protesting against unfair treatment, and dealing with the hardships of unemployment. The film touches on themes of family, marriage, and the struggles faced by ordinary people during difficult times.