Cast: Masako Yagi

Direction Masahiro Shinoda

Cast Kenichi Hagiwara · Shima Iwashita · Sayoko Ninomiya · Haruko Sugimura

Synopsis The Petrified Forest (1973) is a poignant human drama that delves into the intricate dynamics of a parent-child relationship, inspired by the novel by Shintaro Ishihara. The story revolves around Haruo, who works at a university hospital and crosses paths...

Direction Nagisa Ôshima

Cast Katsuo Nakamura · Mariko Kaga · Yumiko Nogawa · Masako Yagi

Synopsis The Pleasures of the Flesh (1965) is a thought-provoking film directed by Nagisa Oshima that cleverly employs the "pink" genre to conceal a deeper allegory about the materialistic culture of post-war Japan. The original title, which translates to "Indulgence," sets...

Direction Yôji Yamada

Cast Kiyoshi Atsumi · Chieko Baisho · Rino Katase · Hidetaka Yoshioka

Synopsis Tora-san 47: Tora-san's Easy Advice (1994) marks the forty-seventh installment in the beloved and enduring Otoko wa Tsurai yo franchise. This film continues the heartwarming and comedic journey of the lovable, wandering salesman, Torajiro Kuruma, affectionately known as Tora-san. In...

Direction Hiroyuki Nasu

Cast Hiroko Yakushimaru · Tokito Saburo · Masatô Ibu · Tôru Nakamura

Direction Kôzaburô Yoshimura

Cast Takahiro Tamura · Yoshiko Kayama · Taiji Tonoyama · Sanae Nakahara

Direction Yasuo Furuhata

Cast Ken Takakura · Chieko Baisho · Ayumi Ishida · Setsuko Karasuma

Synopsis Station (1981) follows the journey of a man who is relentlessly challenged and confronted by tragedy at every turn. The narrative explores whether he can ultimately discover peace, love, or even a moment of respite amidst the remnants of his...

Direction Yasuo Furuhata

Cast Ken Takakura · Eiji Bandô · Sumiko Fuji · Yasuko Tomita

Synopsis Buddies (1989) explores the intricate dynamics of a deep bond between two individuals that faces a significant challenge when romantic feelings enter the picture. The narrative delves into the complexities of friendship and love, showcasing how these emotions can both...

Direction Ben Wada · Takahashi Yasuo

Cast Kaoru Yachigusa · Ayumi Ishida · Jun Fubuki · Haruko Katô

Synopsis Ashura no gotoku (1979) follows the story of Takiko, a dedicated librarian who harbors suspicions about her father's fidelity towards her mother. She enlists the help of a detective agency to uncover the truth. The revelation of the investigation report...

Direction Yoshimitsu Morita

Cast Eri Fukatsu · Seiyô Uchino · Sei Hiraizumi · Noriko Kojima

Synopsis (Haru) (1996) follows the journey of two young people who cross paths in the digital world, exchanging daily emails that spark a mutual interest. As they share their deepest secrets, they build a strong connection and eventually make the decision...

Direction Masanori Kakei

Cast Torahiko Hamada · Ryôchi Ogasawara · Masako Yagi · Ryûji Yamamoto