New Clothing
New Clothing

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New Clothing

1936
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Japanese

Japan's first feature film directed by a female. The film was about the naïve, premature emotions between a young geisha-to-be and a youth destined for Buddhist priesthood; it concluded with their separation.

Insights

Director: George MarshallGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young man inherits a women's clothing store from his uncle and struggles to run it, facing opposition from the established male-dominated fashion industry. He finds himself entangled in romantic complications as he tries to prove his business acumen.

Critical Reception

The film was a modest B-movie production that received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with some praising its lighthearted humor and others finding the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mildly amusing comedy with a predictable plot.

  • James Dunn provides a likable performance.

  • A light and forgettable diversion.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of June Travis's earlier roles, a contract player for Warner Bros. who was often cast in secondary roles.

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