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Big Hit Pachinko Girl

Set in a bustling 1950s parlor, a beautiful counter clerk falls for a wealthy businessman’s son, only to have their romance derailed by a ruthless loan shark and a mounting family debt. As the parlor faces ruin, the narrative weaves through slapstick antics, musical numbers by Enka legends, and surreal interviews with real-life cultural figures. A chaotic "blueprint" for the Pachinko subgenre, this musical dramedy captures the obsession and desperation of the silver balls.

Release DateJanuary 15, 1952
StatusReleased
Original Title大当りパチンコ娘
Runtime1h 20min
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LanguageJapanese
Original LanguageJapanese
Production CountriesJapan
Production CompaniesShintoho Company