Ballad of a Workman 1962
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Director
- Keisuke Kinoshita
- Network
- Shochiku
What is Ballad of a Workman?
Ballad of a Workman is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1962
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 12, 1962
- Studios
- Shochiku
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
- Episode runtime
- ~102 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Shochiku
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Overview
Ballad of a Workman is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Shochiku. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A former soldier struggles to rebuild his family’s future after the war.”
- Focus on everyday labor struggles
- Depicts a family's modest dreams
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate quiet, character‑driven stories about resilience.
The film presents mature themes of post‑war hardship and family perseverance, suitable for adult audiences.
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What is the basic story of the film?
It follows a demobilized soldier who becomes a day laborer while his wife works to support their family.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 42 minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in Japan on August 12, 1962.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
What central themes does the film explore?
It explores post‑war adjustment, family perseverance, and modest aspirations for a better future.
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