Shining Love
Originally released in 1931. Shining Love is a drama film. directed by Yoshio Nishio. At just 38 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Shoichi Nodera, Teruyo Hayami, and Shoichi Kofujita
Synopsis
Created by Shochiku’s cultural film department on behalf of the Ministry of Education, this film tells an ironic anecdote juxtaposing the fate of a cooper’s son with that of the son of a middle-class salaried worker, and championing the virtues of honest poverty and diligence. An educational film preaching a fable-like message, it is however filled with humorous scenes that offset the film’s didacticism. Original director Yoshio Nishio fell ill and was replaced halfway through the shooting by the admired filmmaker Hiroshi Shimizu; though finished in May 1931, the film was shelved and never given a general release. Shot as a silent film, this version of the film features musical accompaniment, sound effects, and a spoken commentary track by a benshi narrator, thus bearing witness to the variety of forms taken by sound film during this transitional period.
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- Released
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- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shining Love about?
Created by Shochiku’s cultural film department on behalf of the Ministry of Education, this film tells an ironic anecdote juxtaposing the fate of a cooper’s son with that of the son of a middle...
Who directed Shining Love?
Shining Love was directed by Yoshio Nishio.
How long is Shining Love?
Shining Love has a runtime of 0 hours and 38 minutes (38 minutes total).
When was Shining Love released?
Shining Love was released on May 7, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shining Love?
The main cast of Shining Love includes Shoichi Nodera, Teruyo Hayami, Shoichi Kofujita, Shin'ichirô Komura, Ryuko Fuji.