THEME EXPLORATION

primogeniture

1 film · 2 directors

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FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS

The Men of Toho-ku
1957 · Kon Ichikawa

DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS

His films repeatedly explore family hierarchy and the eldest son's burden of responsibility in Japanese society, particularly in 'Tokyo Story' and 'Late Spring.'

Hou Hsiao-hsien Taiwan

His work examines generational succession and the weight of family legacy on firstborn children, as seen in 'Café Lumière' and 'The Assassin.'