What is Home Sweet Home?
Home Sweet Home is a film first released in 1951. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1951
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 21, 1951
- Studios
- Shochiku
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Home Sweet Home is a film first released in 1951. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Shochiku. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A modest family's joy is tested when the father's hard‑earned prize money is stolen.”
- Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Noboru Nakamura.
- Features performances by celebrated actors Chishū Ryū, Isuzu Yamada and Hideko Takamine.
- Offers a heartfelt look at ordinary life and unexpected hardship.
- Subtitles are required for non‑Japanese speakers, which may affect immersion.
Watch it if you appreciate classic Japanese dramas that explore everyday family resilience.
The film’s gentle drama and occasional tension make it suitable for general audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Home Sweet Home (1951)?
The film was directed by Noboru Nakamura.
Which actors star in the film?
The cast includes Chishū Ryū, Isuzu Yamada and Hideko Takamine.
What is the runtime of the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
In what language is the film presented?
Home Sweet Home is a Japanese-language film.
What central event challenges the Ueki family?
The father’s prize money, awarded for 25 years of service, is stolen on his way home.
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