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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 Date

January 15, 1952

Status

Released

Original Title

大当りパチンコ娘

Runtime

1h 20min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Japanese

Production Companies

Shintoho Company