
Toshie, a young, conservative secretary-typist has fallen in love with Shozo Narita, a young man she has met through her work..

Okay, let’s talk about Fue no shiratama. Is it worth tracking down today? Well, if you’re into the quiet beauty of silent films, or really curious about early Japanese cinema, then yes, absolutely. You’ll probably enjoy its delicate pace. But if you need quick cuts and constant dialogue, you’re going to find this one a...

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Hiroshi Shimizu

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"Okay, let’s talk about Fue no shiratama. Is it worth tracking down today? Well, if you’re into the quiet beauty of silent films, or really curious about early Japanese cinema, then yes, absolutely. You’ll probably enjoy its delicate pace. But if you need quick cuts and constant dialogue, you’re going to find this one a real snooze fest. This film moves at its own deliberate speed. 🐢 The story is simple enough: Toshie (played by Emiko Yagumo), a secretary-typist, meets Shozo Narita (Minoru Taka..."
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