A Hen in the Wind (1948)

A Hen in the Wind (1948) is a Drama film directed by Yasujirō Ozu, rated 7.1/10 by 59 viewers.

Tokiko patiently awaits her husband's return from WWII when her four-year old son falls ill. She takes him to the doctor but has no means of paying, so she resorts to prostitution. A month later, her husband returns to find his desperate wife, who tells him the truth. Together, they must deal with the consequences.

Where to stream (US): Philo, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel.

Directed by Yasujirō Ozu. Starring Kinuyo Tanaka, Shūji Sano, Chieko Murata, Chishū Ryū, Hōhi Aoki.