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#38696 Ranked Movie
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Ornamental Hairpin (1941)

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7.2/10
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Drama Romance 19411h 11m

Emi Ota and her friend Okiku stay briefly at a mountain inn and then return to Tokyo. Later, Nanmura, a soldier on leave, steps on an ornamental hairpin in the public bath at the inn. Emi writes to the inn saying she has lost a hairpin and, when she discovers that it injured Nanmura, returns to apologize. The longer term visitors at the inn meet together to discuss the hairpin incident. These include a grumpy Professor, a young couple Mr and Mrs Hiroyasu, and an old man staying with his two grandsons. They hope to see a romance blossom between Nanmura and Emi, after Nanmura declares that there is something almost poetic in finding a hairpin in the bath.Ornamental Hairpin featuring Kinuyo Tanaka and Hiroko Kawasaki is streaming with subscription on The Criterion Channel. It's a drama and romance movie with a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.2 (744 votes).

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Ornamental Hairpin is a captivating blend of drama and romance, offering a unique storyline that revolves around a seemingly insignificant object - a hairpin, which becomes a catalyst for unexpected relationships and discussions among the characters.

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The movie, released in 1941, provides a glimpse into the past, offering viewers a chance to experience the culture, lifestyle, and social dynamics of that era. This historical context adds a layer of depth and intrigue to the narrative.

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Ornamental Hairpin has received positive reviews from audiences, with an IMDb rating of 7.2 out of 10. This suggests that the movie has been well-received and appreciated for its storytelling, character development, and overall cinematic experience.

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#38,696 Ranked Movie

#921 Ranked in Movies on The Criterion Channel

#5664 Ranked in Romance Movies

#17955 Ranked in Drama Movies

Ornamental Hairpin has a better than average IMDb audience rating of 7.2 (744 votes). The movie is somewhat popular with Reelgood users lately.

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Emi Ota and her friend Okiku stay briefly at a mountain inn and then return to Tokyo. Later, Nanmura, a soldier on leave, steps on an ornamental hairpin in the public bath at the inn. Emi writes to the inn saying she has lost a hairpin and, when she discovers that it injured Nanmura, returns to apologize. The longer term visitors at the inn meet together to discuss the hairpin incident. These include a grumpy Professor, a young couple Mr and Mrs Hiroyasu, and an old man staying with his two grandsons. They hope to see a romance blossom between Nanmura and Emi, after Nanmura declares that there is something almost poetic in finding a hairpin in the bath.

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Runtime: 1h 11m

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Related Genres: DramaRomance
Country of origin: Japan
Available to watch on: The Criterion Channel
Original Release Date: Aug 26, 1941