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The Harbor of No Return 1966

Original title: 帰らざる波止場

IMDb 5.711TMDB 7.0189 min

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Synopsis

A jazz pianist named Shiro Tsuda returns from an overseas tour unwittingly carrying drugs that have been sewn into his jacket. When he stops by to see his girlfriend Kyoko, he walks in to find an unknown man attacking her. While struggling with the man, who is armed, Shiro accidentally shoots and kills her. The intruder knocks Shiro down and takes the drugs from Shiro's jacket. Shiro realizes that he was being used as a drag smuggler. He is sent to prison for three years for killing his girlfriiend. When he is released, he is determined to find out who set him up.

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Mood and atmosphere

Immerse yourself in a hauntingly beautiful tale that evokes a profound sense of melancholy and longing. The film envelops you in the smoky atmosphere of jazz clubs, where the notes linger like memories of a lost love. Experience the bittersweet nostalgia of a bygone era, enriched by warm colors and the haunting melodies of a beautiful soundtrack. As you navigate the emotional landscape of loneliness and betrayal, feel the weight of existential questions and the struggle for redemption. Perfect for a quiet evening, it resonates with themes of identity and the complexities of human connection, leaving you with a lingering sense of hope amidst the darkness.

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