- Genre
- Romance
- Year
- 1974
- Runtime
- 1h36
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Evening Primrose
A tender portrayal of life and love.
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Synopsis
Evening Primrose (ๅฎตๅพ ่), released in 1974, is a Japanese drama film that explores the delicate and bittersweet moments of life and love through the eyes of the protagonist, Suzuko, played by Yoko Takahashi. Set against the serene backdrop of rural Japan, Suzuko finds herself grappling with the complexities of human emotions and relationships as she navigates the passage of youth and adulthood. The film is a poignant portrayal of the struggle between personal desires and societal expectations, captured beautifully through the lens of director Yoshihiro Ishikawa. With a compelling narrative and heartfelt performances, Evening Primrose offers a timeless reflection on the human condition.
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Reviews
Evening Primrose has garnered a mixture of positive and negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. Holding a modest rating of 6.2/10 on IMDb, the film has been described as an evocative and tender exploration of life's subtle moments and intricate relationships. Variety praised the movie for 'its delicate storytelling and the emotionally resonant performance by Yoko Takahashi'. On Metacritic, the film has had divisive reviews, reflecting a balance between critics who appreciated its artistic cinematography and others who found the pacing to be languid. Rotten Tomatoes has not yet aggregated enough reviews to give it a consensus score. Roger Ebert from the Chicago Sun-Times noted, 'While the film may not cater to every viewer's taste, those who appreciate the slower, more reflective pace of Japanese cinema will find Evening Primrose to be a thought-provoking and moving experience.' On the other hand, some reviewers felt that the filmโs subtlety bordered on being overly cryptic and inaccessible. Overall, Evening Primrose remains a culturally significant film, notable for its sensitive direction and evocative performances.
