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A Hen in the Wind
Tokiko is a mother patiently waiting for her husband's return from the war when her 4-year old son becomes ill. She takes him to the doctor for treatment but has no way of paying. She resorts to prostitution. One month later her husband returns from WWII to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together they must deal with the consequences.
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Plot Summary
A devoted housewife sacrifices her savings to help her unemployed son pay off gambling debts, only to discover he has been spending the money on a mistress. The film explores themes of sacrifice, filial duty, and the quiet struggles within a Japanese family.
Critical Reception
While "A Hen in the Wind" is not as widely discussed as some of Ozu's later masterpieces, it is recognized for its poignant portrayal of familial strain and societal pressures on women in post-war Japan. Critics often note its subtle emotional depth and understated performances.
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A sensitive and understated drama focusing on maternal sacrifice.
Explores the quiet desperation and moral compromises faced by women.
Features Ozu's signature observational style and emotional restraint.
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Fun Fact
This film was one of the few Ozu films from the 1940s that was not destroyed in wartime bombings, though it was lost for many years before being rediscovered.
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