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暖簾 (1958)
Character: N/A
The lives of a family of kelp (kombu) merchants in Osaka across three generations, spanning from the Meiji era through the aftermath of World War II.
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大日向村 (1940)
Character: N/A
The year is 1936. Ōhinata-mura was a very poor village between deep valleys. Soncho, the village head is trying to collect the village taxes from the villagers but he knows full well that no one can afford to pay the village tax which has been unpaid for years...
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春の夢 (1960)
Character: Kimiko
When a wealthy, selfish family decides to take care of an elderly hobo who collapsed near their home, they are beset by visits from his numerous friends.
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ふしぎな國・日本 (1983)
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Set in a rural town in Yamaguchi Prefecture, this comedy centers on a young couple determined to pursue their love against all opposition, while also chronicling the comical behaviors and interactions of a cast of lovable characters.
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喜劇 駅前火山 (1968)
Character: N/A
Penultimate 23rd "Ekimae" comedy is about oil-field exploration.
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愉しき哉人生 (1944)
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A small community in wartime Japan learn how to make do with less.
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サラリーマン専科 (1995)
Character: N/A
Based on the manga by Sadao Jouji which has been running in the magazine Shukan Gendai since 1969.
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女生きてます 盛り場渡り鳥 (1972)
Character: Tatsuko
Akane Kawasaki, known for her aversion to physical contact with men, possesses some unfavorable habits such as stealing. Despite these flaws, she garners popularity in the slums due to her compassionate care for children. In an attempt to secure a stable future for their child, she enters into marriage with Tsutomu Yamazaki, who struggles with a stutter. Unfortunately, their union is cut short by the untimely death of Tsutomu Yamazaki in an accident.
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奥様は大学生 (1956)
Character: Akiko Kanda (College Student, Keiko’s Friend)
Outspoken student Noriko stands up to bullies and befriends pitcher Mitsuo. As their bond deepens, she impulsively declares she wants to marry him—then reconsiders, realizing both still have growing to do before love can truly begin.
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エノケンのワンワン大将 (1940)
Character: Meiko
Enoken no wanwan taishô AKA Wanwan Taisho AKA Bowwow General directed by Nobuo Nakagawa
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希望の青空 (1942)
Character: Junko
What is marriage? Young couple in match-making wanted to know before they decide. They visited married couples of sisters and brothers. Love comedy in 1942.
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待って居た象 (1949)
Character: N/A
The story of Kanesuke and Entaro who are master elephant trainers in charge of two elephants, Taro and Hanako at the Metropolitan Zoo.
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拝啓天皇陛下様 (1963)
Character: N/A
A conscript from a poor background writes the Emperor asking if he can stay in the army when his service is up.
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少年ジャックと魔法使い (1967)
Character: Young Jack / Kiki (voices)
Jack is a boy who lives with his animal friends Barnaby Bear, Dinah Dog, Squeeker Mouse and Phineas Fox. He's challenged to a race with Allegra, who turns out to be a witch. She takes Jack to the queen witch, Auriana. She plans on turning all her slaves into evil harpies.
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くちづけ (1955)
Character: Kikuyo
Portmanteau film about young lovers.
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喜劇 駅前漫画 (1966)
Character: Akiko Matsuki
15th entry in the Ekimae series, surrounding the then-insanely popular Weekly Shounen Sunday series Osomatsu-kun and Obake no Q-Taro.
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学校III (1998)
Character: N/A
A widow who has single-handedly raised her autistic son loses her job and begins attending a technical college to gain new qualifications. She meets others looking for a new start in life, including a former salaryman with whom she begins a furtive romance...
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こねこのスタジオ (1959)
Character: Koneko (voice)
The kitten from Yasuji Mori's earlier "Koneko no Rakugaki" returns, this time putting his talents toward directing a samurai film starring his mouse friends.
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ロマンス誕生 (1957)
Character: Châkô
The cabaret «Romance», run by Masami Daisaku's father, is experiencing financial difficulties, and Masami is betting on changes and asks singer Hibari Misora to perform. Musical youth comedy with young actors, passion, funny songs and laughter. Hibari Misora appears as herself.
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息子 (1991)
Character: N/A
Tetsuo is a young man living in Tokyo, who falls in love with a deaf-mute factory girl. He has always felt jealous of his college-educated brother, but ultimately wins both the girl and his father's acceptance and support in a touching and refreshing way.
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私は二歳 (1962)
Character: Narrator (voice)
The days leading up to a toddler's second birthday are seen alternately from the child's point of view as well as that of his parents.
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喜劇 駅前探検 (1967)
Character: N/A
Late entry "Ekimae" feature, about the hunt for lost treasure.
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