Diplomové práce / Master's theses

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Procházet Diplomové práce / Master's theses podle autor "Lin, I-Ju"

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  • Atypical Women in Ozu’s Postwar Films
    Lin, I-Ju
    (Akademie múzických umění v Praze.Filmová a televizní fakulta, 2024)
    Datum obhajoby: 2024-09-13
    The renowned Japanese director Yasujiro Ozu is celebrated for his portrayal of family drama in his films, particularly in the context of women's marriage. His films feature atypical female characters who oppose the concept of marriage for various reasons. This thesis seeks to examine the depiction of these unconventional female characters in Ozu's postwar films, Late Spring, Tokyo Twilight, and Late Autumn, in order to ascertain whether Ozus perspective is modern and progressive, or traditional and patriarchal. The study encompasses an examination of the social context of post-World War II Japan, detailing the Japanese experience of societal, cultural, economic, and legal transformations and their impact on family and marriage dynamics. Additionally, the study evaluates three films, considering character portrayal, costume design, filming locations, and script analysis. In conclusion, the author posits that Ozu's films offer a reflection of his observations of a swiftly evolving Japanese society, marked by the clash between traditional Japanese values and democratic ideals. It is deemed unjust to label Ozu solely as a traditionalist or liberalist. While Ozu's postwar films have shown some advancement in terms of female representation, the majority of female characters are still depicted as conforming to traditional family and marriage roles. To advance this movement, there is a need for more assertive female characters who challenge societal norms and expectations.