Tora-san Goes North ✪

In a rare subversion of the series' formula, Tora-san focuses much of his energy on helping Jun articulate his hidden feelings for Etsuko, leading to one of the film's most touching scenes during a local barbecue. Key Features

Reviewers from The Los Angeles Times and other outlets praised the film for its "tougher-minded" approach and the unique pairing of Atsumi's comic energy with Mifune's commanding presence. Film review: Tora-san Goes North - Deseret News Tora-san Goes North

Tora-san falls for Rinko, while Jun is pursued by Etsuko, a local snack bar owner who has long harbored feelings for the stubborn vet. In a rare subversion of the series' formula,

The film reunited Toshiro Mifune and Keiko Awaji nearly 40 years after they appeared together in Akira Kurosawa's Stray Dog . Mifune's performance earned him Best Supporting Actor at the Blue Ribbon Awards . The film reunited Toshiro Mifune and Keiko Awaji