Good Morning (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

great addition for lovers of film

A kid pooped himself. That earned 4 stars. Then he pooped himself again. That put this movie over the top. Five stars!Seriously though, it’s a charming little classic about siblings, family, gossip, and misunderstandings. It challenged my attention span but somehow I couldn’t step away. This version was restored excellently. Something about the colors was very pleasing to the eye. Just don’t expect action, unless you think fart jokes count.

One of my favorite Ozu's! Like most of his work, it is an examination of a rapidly changing postwar Japan, this time from the perspective of two brothers who want a television set. Their parents refuse, leading to a vow of silence. It is also funny, something not common in Ozu's most popular works, it has the most artfully done fart jokes in cinema! Also of note, is how relatable this is now, both for your inner child, as well as the adult in you. Would recommend, an excellent gateway to foreign cinema if you are new to that.

I showed this in my 7th grade film studies elective. Students enjoyed the story, even though the pacing isn’t what they’re used to.

I discovered Good Morning about 20 years ago on DVD and immediately fell in love with it. It's charming, sweet and innocently humorous. Unless you're a complete curmudgeon, you will enjoy this film. I was thrilled to get it on blu-ray (again - I also have the UK BD). The picture and sound are fantastic and nothing is lost. I enjoyed the special features, but was disappointed there's no commentary track.

Wow, what a great film!! Funny, witty. 100% Recommend.

I wrote an English review of this classic Ozu film for my culture project in Beginning Japanese. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

This movie is hilarious. The whole family was cracking at the little kid. Plus it is interesting to look around the background and look at all the household goods people used at the time.