A Hen in the Wind
1948 1h 24m
Tokiko patiently awaits her husband's return from WWII when her four-year old son falls ill. She takes him to the doctor but has no means of paying, so she resorts to prostitution. A month later, her husband returns to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together, they must deal with the consequences.
Movie Details
| Original title | 風の中の牝鶏 |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 17, 1948 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | JA |
| Country | Japan |
| Keywords | forgiveness, sick child, guilt, post world war ii, tokyo, japan, guilty conscience, prostitute mother, worried mother, physical abuse, return from war, husband wife conflict, post-war chaos period |
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What is A Hen in the Wind about?
Tokiko patiently awaits her husband's return from WWII when her four-year old son falls ill. She takes him to the doctor but has no means of paying, so she resorts to prostitution. A month later, her husband returns to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together, they must deal with the consequences.
When was A Hen in the Wind released?
A Hen in the Wind was released on Sep 17, 1948 (status: Released).
Who directed A Hen in the Wind?
Yasujirō Ozu directed A Hen in the Wind.
What is the TMDB rating of A Hen in the Wind?
A Hen in the Wind has a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 from 65 votes.