[Photo &] "TV Please Buy" Kids... Ozu Yasujiro's Greatest Masterpiece 'Hello'

"TV Please Buy" marks the adorable rebellion of children who suddenly fall silent, coming to the screen. Among the filmography of Ozu Yasujiro, who is regarded as one of the four masters of Japanese cinema alongside Mizoguchi Kenji, Naruse Mikio, and Kurosawa Akira, the most beloved masterpiece, ‘Hello’ (1959), has confirmed its domestic remastered release on February 11.

Director Ozu Yasujiro, representing the history of Japanese cinema, is known for his calm portrayal of the changes in Japanese society amid rapid modernization and the emotions of people living within it. Among his works, which have built a unique cinematic world with exquisite and tidy mise-en-scène, this release is particularly noteworthy as it is a rare film that has only been accessible through special exhibitions or film festivals. The news that this masterpiece can be fully experienced through a formal theatrical release is expected to be a meaningful gift for film fans.

The film deals with the delightful chaos caused by the children's 'silent protest' demanding the purchase of a TV, turning the talkative adult world upside down. The innocent actions of children bursting forth amidst the quaint village scenery and the small daily lives of family and neighbors bring warm laughter to the audience.

The released main poster captures the film's unique warmth and tidy aesthetics. The scene of Minoru and Isamu, the brothers on their way to school, and Isamu holding a small bowl with both hands while eating, encapsulates a moment of ordinary life, yet it is infused with Ozu Yasujiro's gentle perspective. In particular, Isamu's comical expression and warm colors foreshadow the humor and emotion contained in the film, heightening anticipation.