Directed by Keisuke Kinoshita. Starring Kinuyo Tanaka, Chishu Ryu, Ken Mizuda.

Kinoshita's third film, and thought to be one of the best Japanese propaganda pieces made during WWII. Noted for its remarkable final scene, which is undeniably one of the most poignant (and manipulative) representations of home-front sacrifice ever captured on film. Tanaka plays the patriotic mother of a young army recruit.

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General Public Welcome

All Prints 35mm, with English Subtitles

Program Includes Films Rarely Screened Outside Japan