Silent night, savor

Keeley 2022-03-20 09:01:56

Do you remember the last time you noticed your parents' gray hair? Do you remember the last time you went shopping with your parents? Do you remember when was the last time you bought a gift for your parents? Do you remember the last time you had anything with your parents? Whether you remember it or not, you should watch Tokyo Story.

"Tokyo Story" is a masterpiece of Japanese film master Yasujiro Ozu, and it is also a moving classic in the history of film. The story tells the story of two elderly people living in the countryside who went to Tokyo to visit their children, but because the two generations had insurmountable difficulties Diaphragm, feeling lonely and lost. With a compassionate mind and unpretentious shooting techniques, Mr. Ozu compares the great and selfless love of his parents with the desolate night life despite having children, reflecting the unique predicament of the urban-rural contrast and the contradiction between the two generations in that era. The plain and light perspective and the simple and quiet photography style contain universal emotions and humane care. The cruelty and helplessness of life are revealed in the scenes of daily life, life, old age, sickness and death. It is highly recommended for people who are away from home to watch this movie, find a place to watch it quietly, and you can reflect on your attitude towards your parents, your attitude towards your children, or your future. (Excerpted from Joyo.com)

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Tokyo Story quotes

  • Tomi Hirayama: [speaking to her little grandson Isamu] - What are you going to be when you grow up? A doctor like your father?

    [Isamu doesn't answer and continues to pick grass]

    Tomi Hirayama: By the time you become a doctor, I wonder if I'll still be here.

  • Kurazo Kaneko: [returning from shopping] I brought some cakes for them.

    [to Shige]

    Kurazo Kaneko: Have one. They're good.

    Shige Kaneko: [taking a cake] They don't need such expensive cakes.

    Kurazo Kaneko: [eating a cake] Good, eh?

    Shige Kaneko: [eating a cake] Good, but too expensive. Crackers would have been good enough for them.

    Kurazo Kaneko: But they had crackers yesterday.