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Tora-san's Love in Osaka

1981·Movie
1h 44min
79
GreatGoodWatch score

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Funny, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Romantic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor5

World

Everyday modern life and family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

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About

When his travels bring him to Osaka, Tora-san falls in love with a local geisha. He helps her to track down her estranged brother, and informs his family that he plans to marry her. His plans are foiled when the geisha informs Tora-san that she is engaged.
Japanese CinemaRomantic Comedy-DramaCharacter-DrivenMelancholic HumorSlice of LifeFamily SagaEndearing ProtagonistGentle StorytellingClassic Series

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Is Tora-san's Love in Osaka worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Tora-san's Love in Osaka?

1 h 44 min

Tora-san's Love in Osaka runs 1 h 44 min.

What language is Tora-san's Love in Osaka in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.