Where does Late Spring rank on Lunoo?

Late Spring is ranked #42 in Lunoo's Best Drama Movie rankings with a score of 8.8/10.

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Late Spring

8.75

Excellent

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description Late Spring Overview

Late Spring is a 1949 Japanese drama film directed by Yasujirō Ozu, adapted from Kazuo Hirotsu’s novel. The film stars Chishū Ryū and Setsuko Hara, marking Hara's debut with the director and beginning a trilogy featuring the character Noriko. Shot during the Allied Powers’ Occupation of Japan, it explores themes of single women in postwar Japan.

info Late Spring Specifications

Country	Japan
Year	1949

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What is Late Spring?

Late Spring is a 1949 Japanese drama film directed by Yasujirō Ozu, adapted from Kazuo Hirotsu’s novel. The film stars Chishū Ryū and Setsuko Hara, marking Hara's debut with the director and beginning a trilogy featuring the character Noriko. Shot during the Allied Powers’ Occupation of Japan, it explores themes of single women in postwar Japan.

How good is Late Spring?

Late Spring scores 8.75/10 (Excellent) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Drama Movie category.

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