Question 1

What sub-genre did this film revive?

Accepted Answer

This film revived the shomingeki sub-genre, which depicts lower middle class and struggling families.

Question 2

Which festival featured this film in 1983?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1983.

Question 3

Who plays the lead character Michiyo Okamoto?

Accepted Answer

Setsuko Hara plays Michiyo Okamoto.

Question 4

What is the central conflict in the story?

Accepted Answer

Michiyo lives in Osaka and is unhappy with her marriage; all she does is cook and clean for her husband.

Question 5

How many writers are credited for this film?

Accepted Answer

Four writers are credited: Toshirô Ide, Sumie Tanaka, Yasunari Kawabata, and Fumiko Hayashi.

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