Review of I Was Born, But... (1932) by Biff M — 27 Apr 2009
This silent comedy from Yasujiro Ozu may be one of the most purely entertaining movies ever made. Unfortunately I approached the movie somewhat like homework, but ten minutes into it I was captured and actually had to remind myself to look for the Ozu trademarks (they are there, by the way).
The editing is razor sharp and maximizes characterization, story, and above all, comedy. Though the film has its dark side (dealing as it does, with youthful disillusionment) its focus on the two young brothers who initially struggle for acceptance from their peers gives the movie an Our Gang/Little Rascals flavor that makes me think that Ozu must have seen the popular Hal Roach short films.
Highly recommended!
This review of I Was Born, But... (1932) was written by Biff M on 27 Apr 2009.
I Was Born, But... has generally received very positive reviews.
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