A bearded kendo champion has difficulties in life because of his conservative ways and his unusual beard..


Alright, so if you're looking for something with a rapid-fire plot or big explosions, you can probably just keep scrolling. 🙅♀️ _The Lady and the Beard_, from way back in 1931, is definitely *not* that kind of movie. But if you're the type who enjoys a slow, thoughtful wander through early Japanese cinema, especially...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Yasujirō Ozu

Raoul Walsh
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"Alright, so if you're looking for something with a rapid-fire plot or big explosions, you can probably just keep scrolling. 🙅♀️ _The Lady and the Beard_, from way back in 1931, is definitely *not* that kind of movie. But if you're the type who enjoys a slow, thoughtful wander through early Japanese cinema, especially if you appreciate Yasujirō Ozu's particular brand of quiet observation, then yeah, this is absolutely worth your time. For everyone else? It might feel a bit like watching paint d..."

Ayako Katsuragi
Yasujirō Ozu, Komatsu Kitamura
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