Tokyo Chorus
Tokyo Chorus

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Tokyo Chorus

1931
Movie
91 min
Japanese

During the Depression, a young man struggles to provide for his family after he is sacked for defending an older colleague.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Tadao OharaGenres: Comedy, Drama, Silent film

Plot Summary

This silent film follows the daily life and struggles of a salaryman and his family in Tokyo during the early Showa era. It depicts the challenges of urban living, the pressures of corporate life, and the simple joys and sorrows of a middle-class family navigating economic hardship and societal changes.

Critical Reception

As a rare surviving silent film from early Japanese cinema, 'Tokyo Chorus' is appreciated for its realistic portrayal of urban life and its social commentary. While not widely reviewed by modern Western standards, its historical significance and artistic merit are recognized within film history circles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its early, realistic depiction of Tokyo life.

  • Notable for its social commentary on the struggles of salarymen.

  • Valued as a significant piece of early Japanese cinema history.

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Fun Fact

The film is considered a rare surviving example of Japanese cinema from the early 1930s, offering a valuable glimpse into the social and economic conditions of the time.

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