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The Way of Osaka Financing 1

The Way of Osaka Financing 1 (1996)

Feb 16, 1996 1h 52m Drama TV Movie

A special drama starring Masahiro Nakai of SMAP, which was aired on Fuji TV six times from 1996 to 2005. The original is a comic of the same name by Yuji Aoki. The script was written by Ryoichi Kimizuka of "Bayside Shakedown", and it is a comical and fast-paced work. Tatsuyuki Haibara (Masahiro Nakai), a young man who joined Naniwa's financial company, Imperial Finance, is "the best financial company in Osaka" while witnessing the sadness, thickness, and warmth of human beings who are at the mercy of money. It is impressive to follow the figure of aiming for. By arranging attractive female guests, themes that tend to be raw, such as debt and debt collection, can be made to look friendly and gorgeous. His senior who leads Haibara, Kuwata (Kaoru Kobayashi), and other astringent men are also a must-see.

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Masahiro Nakai
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Masahiro Nakai

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Shinichi Tsutsumi
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Shinichi Tsutsumi

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Kaoru Kobayashi
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Kaoru Kobayashi

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Eri Fukatsu
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Eri Fukatsu

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Katsuhiko Watabiki
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Katsuhiko Watabiki

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Ken Ogata
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Ken Ogata

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Tetsushi Tanaka
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Tetsushi Tanaka

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Bunshi Katsura VI
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Bunshi Katsura VI

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Tokue Hanazawa
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Tokue Hanazawa

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Way of Osaka Financing 1 examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Released in 1996, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Way of Osaka Financing 1 took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 112 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 167 minutes long.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The musical score contains over 80 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 1996, when this film was released:
  • Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
  • Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
  • Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: February 16, 1996
  • Runtime: 1h 52m

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