
Japanese silent comedy from 1930. The directorial debut of Hiromasa Nomura.
Directed by Hiromasa Nomura, The Beating leans on a strong ensemble — Denmei Suzuki, Kinuyo Tanaka, Ichiro Yuki — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1930.
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