Ozu

Ozu

Donald Richie

Overview

Yasujiro Ozu, widely regarded as the quintessential Japanese film director, dedicated his cinematic career to exploring a singular subject: the Japanese family. His films consistently examined the theme of familial dissolution, a central focus present in all fifty-three of his directorial works. This book delves into the thematic core of Ozu's oeuvre, highlighting his unique perspective on Japanese society and its evolving domestic structures.

Who it's for

• Film scholars and students of Japanese cinema.
• Readers interested in auteur theory and family dynamics in film.
• Fans of Yasujiro Ozu's distinct directorial style.

Key features

• Author: Donald Richie
• Publisher: Wiley
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 275
• ISBN: 9780520032774
• Dimensions: 152x226 mm