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Light and Shade of Youth

1976 · 89 min Drama

Hiroshi Nanjo is an active and tactful youth devoting more of his energies to his part time job than to studying for a college entrance exam. On the other hand, Bunpei Noro is an awkward fellow who once failed in a college entrance exam and is now studying hard for a second try. ‘Light and Shade of Youth’ depicts the friendship between these two young men of opposite characters, interlacing a cute waitress along the way.

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Original Title さらば夏の光よ
Year 1976
Country Japan
Genre Drama
Director Shigeyuki Yamane
Runtime 89 min.

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Light and Shade of Youth is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1976. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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