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1 |
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Original language: |
Japanese (JPN) |
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Subtitle: |
English (ENG) |
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Description: | The original silent drama from Japanese filmmaker Yasujiro Ozu, "A Story of Floating Weeds," follows a travelling theatre troupe's visit to a seaside town and the group's leader's emotional reunion with a love from his past and the son he never knew, stars Tomio Aoki, Choko Iida, and Hideo Mitsui. Then, Ozu's postwar remake, "Floating Weeds," benefits from lush color cinematography and a more lyrical tone than it's predecessor. Ganjiro Nakamura, Haruko Sugimura, and Hiroshi Kawaguchi star. 3 1/2 hrs. Total. Standard; Soundtracks: Japanese Dolby Digital mono, Dolby Digital 5.0; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; theatrical trailer. In Japanese with English subtitles. Two-disc set.The "Story Of Floating Weeds / Floating Weeds: Two Films by Yasujiro Ozu" Blu-Ray from Criterion Collection brings together two masterpieces by one of Japan's most revered directors. This set includes both the silent classic "A Story of Floating Weeds" (1934) and its vibrant color remake, "Floating Weeds" (1959). Both films explore themes of family, love, and regret through the story of a traveling kabuki troupe leader who reunites with his former lover and their son in a small seaside town. The Criterion Collection is renowned for its meticulous restorations and insightful supplements that celebrate cinematic artistry. Director Yasujiro Ozu is celebrated worldwide for works like "Tokyo Story," known for their subtle emotional depth and innovative visual style. Notable cast members include Ganjiro Nakamura, acclaimed for his performances in Japanese cinema; Machiko Kyo, star of classics such as "Rashomon"; Haruko Sugimura; Ayako Wakao; and Chishu Ryu?each bringing gravitas to these timeless stories. |
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Actors: |
Choko Iida, Tomio Aoki |
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Manufacturer No.: |
CCIN3551BR |
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