Let's Meet in Our Dreams
Let's Meet in Our Dreams

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Let's Meet in Our Dreams

1962
Movie
88 min
Japanese

Mie Nakao runs away from home to join her older sister's production company as a new talent. We follow her ups and downs on the way to stardom as she falls in love with two men, a petty thief and a music writer and teacher, and makes her way in the industry alongside The Peanuts and The Crazy Cats.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Farkhad ShakhnazarovGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In a Soviet era Uzbek village, a young man named Bahodir returns from his military service to find his village dramatically changed and his childhood sweetheart, Gulnara, married to another. Bahodir struggles to reconcile his dreams of the past with the realities of the present, navigating societal expectations and his own lingering feelings.

Critical Reception

The film received moderate attention within Soviet cinema, noted for its evocative portrayal of rural life and the emotional complexities of its characters. While not a major international release, it was appreciated for its sensitive handling of themes of love, loss, and societal transition.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive depiction of emotional turmoil and rural Uzbek life.

  • Appreciated for its poignant exploration of lost love and the passage of time.

  • Some found the pacing slow, but recognized its artistic merit.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available often highlight its melancholic beauty and relatable portrayal of heartbreak. Some viewers appreciated the film's focus on character development over plot.

Awards & Accolades

None notable internationally. It was part of the Soviet film output of its era.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by the Uzbekfilm studio, which was a significant producer of films for various Soviet republics.

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