Late Spring

[Amy Chen]

Throughout the clips, you can see the modern generation in contrast with the older one. The way the Aunt dresses and behaves is different than how Noriko does. Ioko stands out as wild card character who presents a different perspective than the rest of the cast. Although she appears to be a modern divorced woman living independently, Ioko persuades Noriko to go for an arranged marriage. The ending is interesting because we finally see Noriko in a traditional kimono and bowing to her father. The scene is simple but touching.