The Only Son
A rural widow sends her only son to Tokyo to receive a better education. Years later, she visits him and finds he has become a night school teacher struggling to support his wife and son.
Exclusive
Two rival newspaper editors try to scoop each other through their different methods of integrity on reporting the news.
The Life and Death of 9413: A Hollywood Extra
This short experimental film tells the story of a man who comes to Hollywood to become a star, only to fail and be dehumanized. He is identified by the number 9413 written on his forehead.
Is Marriage the Bunk?
Charley has in-laws that look down on him because he's not rich. So, to try to keep up, he rushes out to buy a car—but no matter, they still think he's a drip—as does his wife. Later, when he's given a simple job to do by his boss, he screws it up—and loses face once again with his family.
Is Money Everything?
A farmer, unhappy with his life, decides to go the city to try and make his fortune. He takes a friend along with him. The two of them become successful, but that success brings other, unforeseen problems into their lives.
A King's Fortune
Haunted by his devilish obsession for success, Damiano embarks on a daring quest to conquer his inspiration.
In The Meantime
A stressed film student waiting for his exam results shares an unexpected conversation with an older woman on a park bench that helps him see his future with a little more kindness.