Review of Floating Weeds (1959) by Bill M — 27 Sep 2010
Sep 2010 - It is of course very important to see this in contrast to the earlier, silent and black and white version of the movie made by Ozu. The story also has moved to the more modern period. The are certain dimensions added to the movie which makes it richer than the original.
In particular the conflict between the generations is more apparent here. Also the colors are so fantastically chosen that despite my love for the expressionist scenes in the earlier version, I loved this one.
There are more of the short stories beside the main story and in particular we see and understand other members of the troupe. There is however something that I missed hear and it was the theatrical, stylish and dark atmosphere of the earlier version.
I think this matches the story more and for example Ozu's humor in his later movies is not so at home with this story.
This review of Floating Weeds (1959) was written by Bill M on 27 Sep 2010.
Floating Weeds has generally received very positive reviews.
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