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Movie poster: A Flame at the Pier (1962)
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A Flame at the Pier

1962 · 92 min Drama
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

A young dockworker who owes his life to his boss becomes embroiled in union activity on the Yokohama waterfront. The rebel Saburo works as an errand boy for a shipping company and vents his frustrations by plucking on the guitar.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title 涙を、獅子のたて髪に
Year 1962
Country Japan
Genre Drama
Director Masahiro Shinoda
Runtime 92 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (9 votes)

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This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.

Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.

For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.

Director: Masahiro Shinoda

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.

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