The Gift to Be Simple: Satire and Sympathy in 'The Flavor of Green Tea over Rice'
David Bordwell, author of Ozu and the Poetics of Cinema, discusses some of the key themes and stylistic qualities that define Yasujiro Ozu's work and The Flavor of Green Tea Over Rice, in this interview for The Criterion Collection.
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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “The Gift to Be Simple: Satire and Sympathy in 'The Flavor of Green Tea over Rice'” in the United Arab Emirates, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in the United Arab Emirates can differ from other countries.
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Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 24 Sept 2026.