Ushimatsu’s father told him never to reveal his lower-caste heritage; years later, he now contemplates confiding in an activist fighting against such discrimination.
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3.6 Interesting subject matter. I've learnt something new. As usual, Ichikawa's use of the widescreen format is impeccable. He had a terrific eye for filling a frame, be it with beautiful scenery or tight close-ups on actors.
Début du 20e siècle, le dénommé Segawa appartient à la caste des "burakumin", frappés d'exclusion par l'ensemble de la société. Elevé par son oncle et sa tante, il a caché ses origines et promis de ne jamais les révéler à quiconque, et est devenu instituteur. Sa rencontre avec Inoko, qui combat cette forme de racisme, le pousse à se remettre lentement en question ..... EXCELLENT ! www.cinefiches.com
Watched 35 mm projection at nsw art gallery:
The movie serves as a en educational film about the 'burakumin' caste discrimination which i had no idea of and couldnt full comprehend but apparently its still going on. But its too slow,overly sentimental and performances are over the top.