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      Otoko Wa Tsurai Yo

      Released Jul 18, 1974 1 hr. 31 min. Comedy List
      Reviews After 20 years away, hapless hard-drinking con man Tora-San (Kiyoshi Atsumi) returns home to his beloved half-sister, Sakura (Chieko Baishô), who lives with their aunt Tsune (Chieko Misaki) and uncle Tatsuzo (Shin Morikawa). Tora-San helps the beautiful Sakura attract the attention of Hiroshi (Gin Maeda). As their attraction leads to preparations for marriage, Tora-San becomes closer to Fuyuko (Sachiko Mitsumoto), unaware of her engagement to another man. Read More Read Less

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      acsdoug D Often Japanese humor falls flat with Westerners, but that's not the case here. There are some real laugh out load moments here. Kiyoshi Atsumi is perfect as Tora san; it's easy to see why this film spawned an incredible 47 sequels. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/04/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Pieter-Jan Van Haecke Psychocinematography Yamada's narrative is a very enjoyable narrative, offering a balanced mix of comedy, sentimentality, and heartwarming moments - You'll laugh, you'll tear up, you'll feel fuzzy inside. Jan 14, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis After 20 years away, hapless hard-drinking con man Tora-San (Kiyoshi Atsumi) returns home to his beloved half-sister, Sakura (Chieko Baishô), who lives with their aunt Tsune (Chieko Misaki) and uncle Tatsuzo (Shin Morikawa). Tora-San helps the beautiful Sakura attract the attention of Hiroshi (Gin Maeda). As their attraction leads to preparations for marriage, Tora-San becomes closer to Fuyuko (Sachiko Mitsumoto), unaware of her engagement to another man.
      Director
      Yôji Yamada
      Screenwriter
      Yôji Yamada, Azuma Morisaki
      Production Co
      Shochiku
      Genre
      Comedy
      Original Language
      Japanese
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Jul 18, 1974, Original
      Release Date (DVD)
      Nov 24, 2009