Husband Comes Home Every Suturday

Husband Comes Home Every Suturday

1954 · 102 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama

The story follows a dysfunctional family whose daily life is thrown into chaos when an English tutor from abroad moves into their home. Her presence awakens hidden desires, jealousy, and emotional conflicts among the father, mother, and children, gradually transforming the entire household. At its heart, the film explores love, rivalry, and the longing for a new beginning.

Directed by Kajirō Yamamoto · Written by Kajirō Yamamoto

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