Movielogr
A Day in the Life of Chameko (1931)
Directed by Kiyoji Nishikura
Overview
Based on a hit song by child star Hideko Hirai from 1929, this gem—a real historical curiosity—provides glimpses of 1930s popular culture through introducing the typical life of a bright, energetic young girl. It contains an early product placement (for Lion Toothpaste), educational content and newsreel footage of Japan’s first woman Olympic medalist, Kinue Hitomi.
Length 7 minutes