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19761h 29m8.0(1)

Light and Shade of Youth

さらば夏の光よ

Drama
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1976-03-13
1h 29m
JA
Released
Shochiku

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Hiroshi Nanjo is an active and tactful youth devoting more of his energies to his part time job than to studying for a college entrance exam. On the other hand, Bunpei Noro is an awkward fellow who once failed in a college entrance exam and is now studying hard for a second try. ‘Light and Shade of Youth’ depicts the friendship between these two young men of opposite characters, interlacing a cute waitress along the way.

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About Light and Shade of Youth

Hiroshi Nanjo is an active and tactful youth devoting more of his energies to his part time job than to studying for a college entrance exam. On the other hand, Bunpei Noro is an awkward fellow who once failed in a college entrance exam and is now studying hard for a second try. ‘Light and Shade of Youth’ depicts the friendship between these two young men of opposite characters, interlacing a cute waitress along the way. Running 89 minutes.

Light and Shade of Youth Cast and Characters

The cast features Hiromi Go (as Hiroshi Nanjo), Kumiko Akiyoshi (as Kyoko Toda), Atsushi Kawaguchi (as Bunpei Noro), Yukari Ichiuji (as Yukari Fujikura), and Mieko Satoh. Their performances are a major reason Light and Shade of Youth has built such a passionate audience.

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Light and Shade of Youth runs for 89 minutes (about 1.5 hour).

Is Light and Shade of Youth good? What's the rating?

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Who is in the cast of Light and Shade of Youth?

The main cast includes Hiromi Go, Kumiko Akiyoshi, Atsushi Kawaguchi, and Yukari Ichiuji, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Light and Shade of Youth available in Japonés?

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When was Light and Shade of Youth released?

Light and Shade of Youth was released in 1976.

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What is Light and Shade of Youth about?

Light and Shade of Youth is a Drama film. Hiroshi Nanjo is an active and tactful youth devoting more of his energies to his part time job than to studying for a college entrance exam. On the other hand, Bunpei Noro is an awkward fellow who once failed in a college entrance exam and is now studying hard for a second try. ‘Light and Shade of Youth’ depicts the friendship between these two young men of opposite characters, interlacing a cute waitress along the way.

When was Light and Shade of Youth released?

Light and Shade of Youth was released on March 13, 1976. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. The film was produced by Shochiku.

Who stars in Light and Shade of Youth?

Light and Shade of Youth stars Hiromi Go, Kumiko Akiyoshi, Atsushi Kawaguchi and Yukari Ichiuji. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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