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Title: Noruwei no mori (2010)
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| Rinko Kikuchi | ... | ||
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Midori
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Kizuki
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Reika Kirishima | ... |
Dr. Reiko Ishida
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Hatsumi
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Tokio Emoto | ... |
Storm Trooper
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Takao Handa | ... |
Midori's Father
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Yusuke | ... |
High School Classmate
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Yûki Itô | ... |
Student Activist
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Kentarô Tamura | ... |
Student Activist
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Makoto Sugisawa | ... |
Student Activist
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Kohei Yoshino | ... |
Student Activist
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Sawako Okuma | ... |
College Girl
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Haruka Masuda | ... |
College Girl
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Upon hearing the song "Norwegian Wood," Toru (Matsuyama) remembers back to his life in the 1960s, when his friend Kizuki killed himself and he grew close to Naoko, Kizuki's girlfriend. As the two try, in very different ways, to contend with their grief, Toru forms a bond with another woman, Midori. Written by Anonymous
'Norwegian Wood', a Beatles-song from their album 'Rubber Soul' (1965), makes the very clever inspiration here. Its mood amazingly connects with that of the film, as well as that of Haruki Murakami's book from 1987.
Both book and film are very Japanese. So be prepared for a slow pace, allowing you plenty of time to catch up with its story. Be prepared for a Japanese styling as well. The film also follows the book's plot, more precisely than we are used to in our Western world.
Nou doubt the film 'Norwegian wood' peaks with its acting. Here we talk true Japanese high quality. The unfortunate contrast is made by its disappointing picturing. One can only guess if this is due to a lack of money, or to the desire to apply to 1969-shooting methods.
All in all 'Norwegian wood' is an enjoyable & well made film, allowing you a pleasant evening in the cinema. Those around in 1969 will get themselves carried back to their young days.