01 Nov 1964
The Shape of Night
Yoshie Nogami, a factory worker by day, works as a bar hostess at night. She begins a passionate affair with one of her regulars, but his changing demeanor and constant demands for money lead Yoshie down a dark path.
Remembering Every Night
A visit to the employment office, practicing dance steps, making music with friends: several women’s everyday lives are captured in long shots and with a superb sense of place. A film like a summer's day, bright, friendly, with the occasional chill.
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Kumi Hyodo Chizu
大場みなみ Sanae
見上愛 Natsu
Guama Uchida Fumi
奥野匡 Mr. Takada
遊屋 慎太郎 Genya
Mizuho Noshima Emi
Atsuko Nakazawa Granny
Yūshō Takiguchi Man Who Showed Chizu the Way
Shun Satô Work Counselor
Reiko Takayama Neighbor
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