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Burden of Love 1955

Status
Released
Runtime
110 minutes
Director
Yūzō Kawashima
Network
Nikkatsu Corporation
★ TMDB users: 7.1/10 ComedyDrama Released
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What is Burden of Love?

Burden of Love is a film first released in 1955. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1955
Status
Released
Runtime
110 minutes
Release date
Mar 18, 1955
Studios
Nikkatsu Corporation
Genres
Comedy, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.1/10
Episode runtime
~110 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Nikkatsu Corporation

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Burden of Love is a film first released in 1955. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Nikkatsu Corporation. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A minister’s birth‑control plan backfires as his own family keeps getting pregnant.”

Reasons to watch
  • Sharp social satire
  • Humorous 1950s Japanese setting
  • Strong comedic performances
Keep in mind
  • Pacing reflects its era
  • Cultural references may feel dated

Watch it if you enjoy classic Japanese comedies that playfully critique social policies.

Its lighthearted yet satirical tone makes it appropriate for mature viewers comfortable with mid‑century social commentary.

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What genre does Burden of Love belong to?

It is classified as a comedy and drama.

When was the film released?

It premiered in Japan on March 18, 1955.

What is the basic premise of the story?

The minister of health and welfare’s female relatives become pregnant one after another after he proposes a birth‑control program.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately one hour and fifty minutes.

Is the film in Japanese?

It is a Japanese production released in Japan, indicating the original language is Japanese.

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