Cast: Tokubei Hanazawa

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Tokubei Hanazawa. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


The Rebel (The Revolutionary)

1962 · Movie · 100 min. · Japan

Direction Nagisa Ôshima

Cast Hashizo Okawa · Ryutaro Otomo · Satomi Oka · Rentarô Mikuni

Synopsis The Rebel (The Revolutionary) (1962) unfolds in 1637 Shimabara, Japan, during the Tokugawa shogunate. The narrative revolves around a group of downtrodden peasant Christians who rise up against the ruling shogunate. Their rebellion is fueled by the leadership of a...

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Akage (Red Lion)

1969 · Movie · 115 min. · Japan

Direction Kihachi Okamoto

Cast Toshirô Mifune · Shima Iwashita · Etsushi Takahashi · Minori Terada

Synopsis Akage (Red Lion) (1969) follows the journey of a humble servant who, after a decade away, comes back to his village with a secret. Disguised as an Imperial Army officer, he dons a distinctive "red lion's mane" to conceal his...

6.5

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6.5

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Summer of the Moonlight Sonata

1993 · Movie · 110 min. · Japan

Direction Seijirô Kôyama

Cast Mayumi Wakamura · Yuki Tanaka · Norikatsu Nagano · Misako Watanabe

Synopsis Summer of the Moonlight Sonata (1993) is a fictional film that draws inspiration from the true story of two Japanese pilots who were preparing for their final mission as kamikaze fighters. Before embarking on their suicide mission against the advancing...

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Where Spring Comes Late

1970 · Movie · 106 min. · Japan

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Gyangu Chûshingura

1963 · Movie · 93 min. · Japan

Direction Shigehiro Ozawa

Cast Chiezô Kataoka · Sô Yamamura · Kenji Imai · Eitarô Shindô

Synopsis Gyangu Chûshingura (1963) follows the tale of a young gang leader, Takakura, who falls victim to the deceitful schemes of the malevolent Toru Abe. Following Takakura's tragic demise in prison, his loyal followers, guided by the resolute Chiezo Kataoka, embark...

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Shiroi gake

1960 · Movie · 122 min. · Japan

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Cast Toshirô Mifune · Gen Kimura · Ichirô Izawa · Tokubei Hanazawa

Synopsis Surônin makaritôru (TV Miniseries) (1981) follows the tale of a skilled samurai who is enlisted by a young woman to eliminate a corrupt local official who has instilled fear in the hearts of his people. The samurai, known for his...

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Dotanba

1957 · Movie · 109 min. · Japan

Direction Tomu Uchida

Cast Shinjiro Ebara · Eiji Okada · Eijirô Tono · Takashi Shimura

Synopsis Dotanba (1957) is a thought-provoking drama set in modern times, centering around a daring mission to save a crew of miners who find themselves trapped underground. The film delves into the challenges and triumphs of the rescue operation, highlighting the...

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Tomoshibi

1954 · Movie · 97 min. · Japan

Direction Miyoji Ieki

Cast Tokubei Hanazawa · Haruko Hirata · Kota Hirata · Hiroshi Ikeda

Synopsis Tomoshibi (1954) follows the journey of a dedicated educator, Mr. Matsukuma, who teaches at a modest rural school. Despite his financial struggles and unconventional teaching methods, he is deeply loved and admired by his students. However, the villagers harbor misunderstandings...

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Shouting

1975 · Movie · 94 min. · Japan

Direction Katsumi Nishikawa

Cast Momoe Yamaguchi · Tomokazu Miura · Shirô Ôsaka · Tokubei Hanazawa

Synopsis Shouting (1975) follows the tale of Junkichi, the privileged son of a wealthy landowner, and Koyuki, the daughter of a humble lumberjack. Despite their contrasting backgrounds, the two young individuals fall deeply in love. Defying his father's disapproval, Junkichi chooses...

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The Crab-Canning Ship

1953 · Movie · 112 min. · Japan

Direction Sô Yamamura

Cast Sô Yamamura · Masayuki Mori · Sumiko Hidaka · Akitake Kôno

Synopsis The Crab-Canning Ship (1953) portrays the harsh existence of crab fishermen who endure a life of subjugation. The narrative reaches a climax when these fishermen stage a rebellion against their oppressive conditions. However, their uprising is met with brutal force...

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Miyamoto Musashi

1961 · Movie · 110 min. · Japan

Direction Tomu Uchida

Cast Kinnosuke Nakamura · Akiko Kazami · Wakaba Irie · Isao Kimura

Synopsis Miyamoto Musashi (1961) kicks off the epic saga directed by Tomu Uchida, delving into the early life of the legendary samurai. The story begins with Takezo, the name Musashi was known by before his legendary status. Takezo's journey starts inauspiciously...

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Trail of Blood

1972 · Movie · 88 min. · Japan

Direction Kazuo Ikehiro

Cast Yoshio Harada · Atsuo Nakamura · Kayo Matsuo · Sanae Kitabayashi

Synopsis Trail of Blood (1972) explores the journey of a man seeking redemption in a violent world. Jokichi, a former drifter and hired sword from Mikogami, attempts to leave his sinful past behind after rescuing a woman in distress. They marry,...

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Direction Tai Kato

Cast Ryutaro Otomo · Kyû Sazanka · Naoko Kubo · Jûshirô Konoe

Synopsis Tange Sazen: Masterpiece Sword (1962) is a notable addition to the enduring Tange Sazen franchise, directed by Kato Tai. This 1962 installment continues the saga of the legendary one-eyed swordsman, Tange Sazen, as he navigates through a world of danger...

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Rainbow Over the Pacific

1968 · Movie · 101 min. · Japan

Direction Yoshitaro Nomura

Cast Yukio Hashi · Jun Mayuzumi · Muga Takewaki · Etsuko Ikuta

Synopsis Rainbow Over the Pacific (1968) follows the romantic journey of two individuals from vastly different backgrounds. The narrative begins in the bustling streets of Tokyo and transitions to the tropical islands of Hawaii. Hideo (Yukio Hashi), a budding photographer from...

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The Deep Blue Sea

1957 · Movie · 87 min. · Japan

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