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Just Once More
16 -year-old Mari has just been released from a juvenile detention school after one year of treatment. To prevent her from making contact with her old gang, she is sent to Skåne in southern Sweden, where she will work in a dairy shop. She doesn't like being there so she decides to run away and hitchhike her way up to Stockholm. She makes contact with her old gang but realizes that she's not welcome anymore and her boyfriend has even hooked up with a new girl.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Ayako, dreams of becoming a pianist but faces financial hardship and societal expectations. She finds solace and encouragement in Kenichi, a struggling musician with his own aspirations. Their budding romance is tested by Ayako's family obligations and the harsh realities of pursuing artistic dreams in post-war Japan.
Critical Reception
Just Once More (also known as 'Mou Ichido')
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its poignant exploration of youthful ambition and love.
Noted for its sensitive portrayal of societal pressures on women.
Appreciated for its understated emotional depth and performances.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older Japanese film, but general sentiment highlights its touching narrative about pursuing dreams and finding love against odds.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of Japanese dramas in the early 1960s that focused on the struggles and aspirations of young people navigating a rapidly changing society.
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