# A Cinematic Critique of Japanese History, Week 1 - The Life of Oharu (1952)

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Podcast: [MRAC Film Club](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mrac-film-club-6694874)
Published: 2026-04-18T21:08:09+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-ragucci/episodes/A-Cinematic-Critique-of-Japanese-History--Week-1---The-Life-of-Oharu-1952-e3i3uuh
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Episode 130 - Pack your bags! We are headed back to Japan by none other than our resident Japanophile, Marco. The theme of this month is a cinematic critique of Japanese history, and week 1 we watch and discuss the film The Life of Oharu (1952) directed by the great Kenji Mizoguchi. This film looks at the treatment of women and the overall social structure of feudal era Japan through the perspective of the main character Oharu. Join us for a deep dive into Japan as we indulge Marco in his obsession. And tune in next time for a double feature of Harakiri (1962) and Samurai Rebellion (1967) email us at mracfilmclub@gmail.com

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