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The Gate of Youth

1975·Movie
3h 8min
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Violence5

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Growing up, family, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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About

Mainly the story of Shinsuke and his stepmother, ranging from Shinsuke's infanthood to his mid-teens. Coal workers and the mines dominate nearly every aspect of the life of the characters. Shinsuke's father dies while bravely using dynamite to rescue a group of trapped Korean miners. Several older men attempt to help he and his mother cope, including a kind Korean and a Harley-riding yakuza.
Japanese DramaHistorical SettingComing-of-AgeFamily DynamicsCoal MiningStep-Mother RelationshipSocial CommentaryMelancholyClass Conflict

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Is The Gate of Youth worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Gate of Youth?

3 h 8 min

The Gate of Youth runs 3 h 8 min.

What language is The Gate of Youth in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.