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The Japan of the 1950s became influenced by American modernity and consumerism. Ozu’s subtle comedy, Ohayô, explores this time of great change through a suburban Japanese family. The parents, still holding on to traditional values, are dismayed by their son’s refusal to speak until they buy a TV for the home. In a community where jobs and money are short, the proximity of neighbours and their gossip fuel misunderstanding when some money goes missing. (Cert U)
Dir: Yasujirô Ozu 90 mins Japan 1959
We welcome back Japanese cinema specialist Alex Jacoby to introduce this film.

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