The World Laughs

2022Movie

70
GoodGoodWatch score

A nostalgic movie about history and show business.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares or brutality.

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Story

This is a human drama written by Keralino Sandorovich showcasing people fascinated with and obsessed with laughter in Shinjuku in the mid-1950s.

Feels like

  • Human Drama
  • Shinjuku 1950s
  • Obsession with Laughter
  • Keralino Sandorovich
  • Post-War Japan
  • Family Bonds
  • Community
  • Melancholy Themes

Crew

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

August 7, 2022 · Japanese · Japan

Released
August 7, 2022
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The World Laughs worth watching?"

Questions about The World Laughs

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The World Laughs worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70.

Is The World Laughs okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is The World Laughs plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on dialogue centrality (7 of 10) and character depth (6 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The World Laughs in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.