Late Spring
Late Spring
Noriko is perfectly happy living at home with her widowed father, Shukichi, and has no plans to marry -- that is, until her aunt Masa convinces Shukichi that unless he marries off his 27-year-old daughter soon, she will likely remain alone for the rest of her life. When Noriko resists Masa's matchmaking, Shukichi is forced to deceive his daughter and sacrifice his own happiness to do what he believes is right.
Charles London reviewedApril 27, 2025
I normally love Criterion Collection films. This one is a rare exception. While it is undoubtedly a noble expression of cinematic art, not all art speaks to everyone the same way. I just might give it another try someday (or perhaps one of Ozu's other films) but until then, I will just have to hang my head in shame and ponder my inexcusable inability to appreciate a highly-regarded classic.