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Big Hit Pachinko Girl

0.00% | January 15, 1952 | Comedy

Set in a bustling 1950s parlor, a beautiful counter clerk falls for a wealthy businessman’s son, only to have their romance derailed by a ruthless loan shark and a mounting family debt. As the parlor faces ruin, the narrative weaves through slapstick antics, musical numbers by Enka legends, and surreal interviews with real-life cultural figures. A chaotic "blueprint" for the Pachinko subgenre, this musical dramedy captures the obsession and desperation of the silver balls.

Featured Crew

Torajirō Saitō
Director
Shiro Okusa
Screenplay
Kiyoyuki Akiyama
Lighting Technician

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