"Oshin" Review: A moving drama and its impact

"Oshin" - A moving story that symbolizes Showa era Japan

"Oshin" is a Japanese film released in 1984, based on a novel by Hashida Sugako. Set in pre-war to post-war Japan, the film follows the story of a woman who overcomes obstacles and grows as a person. It was released in theaters, distributed by Sanrio Films, and produced by Sanrio. It was released on March 17, 1984, and is a 123-minute long, self-contained story. It was directed by Yamamoto Eiichi.

story

"Oshin" is a story set in Japan from the Meiji to Showa periods, depicting the protagonist Oshin from childhood to old age. Oshin was born into a poor farming family and was forced to do hard labor from an early age. However, she maintained a strong will and indomitable spirit and overcame various difficulties. Her life symbolizes the human suffering and hope that remain unchanged through the ages, including war, poverty, and family problems.

Oshin's life begins with hard labor in her childhood. Even at a young age, she works to support her family and grows up in a harsh environment. As she grows up, Oshin moves to Tokyo to start working, but she faces many difficulties there as well. However, she never gives up and carves out her own path. Eventually, she becomes successful and is able to support her family.

character

Oshin: The main character. Depicted from childhood to old age, she is a woman with a strong will and indomitable spirit. Born into a poor farming family, she is forced to do hard labor, but overcomes it.

Oshin's Mother: Oshin's mother. She struggles to support her family in a difficult environment, but can sometimes be harsh on Oshin.

Oshin's father: Oshin's father. He works as a farmer, but is unable to escape poverty. He loves Oshin, but can be strict with her at times.

Oshin's husband: Oshin's husband when she grows up. He supports her and helps her overcome difficulties together.

Evaluation and impact

"Oshin" was highly praised when it was first released. In particular, the strong will and indomitable spirit of the main character, Oshin, touched many viewers. The work was also highly praised not only in Japan but also overseas, and was broadcast in many countries. It was especially popular in China and Korea, and had such an impact that it became a social phenomenon.

The impact of this work is not only as entertainment, but also educational. Many schools and educational institutions have featured this work, teaching the importance of overcoming difficulties and having a strong will. It also depicts various themes such as women's advancement in society and the importance of family ties, providing an opportunity for many people to think.

Background

"Oshin" is based on a novel written by Sugako Hashida. She wanted to portray the history of Japan from prewar to postwar, and the suffering and hopes of the people living there, through this work. Director Eiichi Yamamoto has succeeded in creating a realistic image and a moving story based on this novel. In addition, with the cooperation of Sanrio Films and Sanrio, this work was completed with high-quality images and music.

Many staff members participated in the production process, and thorough research was conducted to recreate realistic sets and costumes, as well as the historical background. In particular, multiple actresses were used to portray the growth of the main character, Oshin, from childhood to old age, and her feelings and actions at each stage were realistically portrayed. Music also played an important role, with beautiful melodies used to heighten the emotions in the play.

Recommended points

"Oshin" is a work with a moving story and realistic images. In particular, the strong will and indomitable spirit of the main character, Oshin, inspires many viewers. The work is also set against the backdrop of Japanese history from before the war to after the war, making it valuable for learning about the historical background. In addition, it depicts various themes such as family ties and women's advancement in society, providing an opportunity to think.

This film is recommended for viewing with the family. It is especially good for teaching children the importance of overcoming difficulties and having a strong will. It is also recommended for people who are interested in history and social issues. Through this film, you can learn about the history of Japan from before to after the war, and the suffering and hopes of the people who lived there.

Related Titles

I also recommend the novel by Sugako Hashida, which is the original source of "Oshin." The original contains detailed episodes that are not shown in the movie, and the characters' feelings are depicted in greater depth. I also recommend "Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari," which was also written by Sugako Hashida. This work also deals with themes of family ties and social issues, and has a moving story.

Another recommended work is "Grave of the Fireflies," which is also set in pre-war and post-war Japan. It is a moving animated film that depicts the misery of war and the strength of humanity. Another recommended work is the "Hello Kitty" series, which, like "Oshin," was produced by Sanrio. This series is enjoyable for both children and adults, with adorable characters and a heartwarming story.

summary

"Oshin" is a moving story that symbolizes Showa era Japan. The strong will and indomitable spirit of the main character Oshin touched many viewers and had a great influence on the educational aspect. This work is recommended for watching with the family, and is a good work to teach children the importance of overcoming difficulties and having a strong will. It is also recommended for those who are interested in history and social issues, as it teaches the history of Japan from before to after the war and the suffering and hope of the people who lived there. Other related works that are recommended are novels by Hashida Sugako, "Wataru Seken wa Oni Bakari", "Grave of the Fireflies", and the "Hello Kitty" series. Through these works, you can gain a deeper understanding of Japanese history and social issues.