Big Hit Pachinko Girl

Overview

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.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 15, 1952

Original language

Japanese

Spoken languages

japanese

Countries

Japan

Production

Shintoho Company

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt11352862