Review of Late Spring (1949) by Marc R — 30 Apr 2012
A showcase for Ozu's unique, retrained and subtle style as well as for his beautiful and delicate handling and depiction of regular people going through considerable emotional struggle. He doesn't go for easy sentiment or drama.
Ozu never asks for theatrics. The actors are understated in their acting. Emotions are often implicit rather than explicit, and one can tell that the happiness or calm the two lead actors show is merely a facade, making the moments when that facade does break all the more heartbreaking.
This is a sad film.
This review of Late Spring (1949) was written by Marc R on 30 April 2012.
Late Spring has generally received very positive reviews.
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