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“Eclipse Series #42 – Silent Ozu: Thee Crime Dramas” is a fantastic DVD release. The Criterion Collection has been a solid supporter of Ozu’s work and to see these three crime dramas finally be released in the U.S., has been a long time in waiting Read More …
“Dragnet Girl” is a wonderful inclusion to the “Eclipse Series #42 – Silent Ozu: Thee Crime Dramas”. It’s no doubt a film that is inspired by Ozu’s love for Hollywood film noir. Image courtesy of © 1933 Shochiku Co., Ltd. 2015 The Criterion Collection. All Read More …
This film is another wonderful addition to the “Eclipse Series #42 – Silent Ozu: Three Crime Dramas”. It’s shorter and much darker than the other two films, but still, entertaining and keeps you on your feet as how you think the film may end, may Read More …
Another fantastic family driven silent film by Yasujiro Ozu. The 1932 film “I Was Born, But…” is an excellent film that depicts childhood bullying, family, career and relationship between parents and children. An effective story that works well for this silent film due to its Read More …
A silent Yasujiro Ozu film from 1931 that is relevant today as it was then. An educated father who is unemployed, trying to make ends meet and provide for his family. One of the fantastic silent films included in “Silent Ozu: Three Family Comedies – Read More …