Direction: Eizô Sugawa

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Eizô Sugawa. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


A Paucity of Flying Dreams

1990 · Movie · 90 min. · Japan

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Toshiyuki Hosokawa · Eri Ishida · Mariko Kaga · Shinnosuke Furumoto

Synopsis A Paucity of Flying Dreams (1990) is an enchanting tale that weaves a unique narrative around an unusual love story. The film follows the journey of a woman who inexplicably begins to reverse the effects of aging, becoming younger over...

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The Beast Shall Die

1959 · Movie · 96 min. · Japan

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Tatsuya Nakadai · Hiroshi Koizumi · Eijirô Tono · Nobuo Nakamura

Synopsis The Beast Shall Die (1959) follows the chilling journey of a talented literature post-graduate student, portrayed by Nakadai, who undergoes a dramatic transformation into a deranged murderer. This dark turn is sparked by the tragic suicide of his father and...

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Nihonjin no heso

1977 · Movie · 102 min. · Japan

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Mako Midori · Akihiro Miwa · Hajime Hana · Osami Nabe

Synopsis Nihonjin no heso (1977) follows the story of Helen and her team as they orchestrate a theatrical confession to address and overcome stuttering. However, their well-intentioned plan takes an unexpected turn, leading to complications and unforeseen challenges.

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Beast Alley

1965 · Movie · 150 min. · Japan

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River of Fireflies

1987 · Movie · 115 min. · Japan

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Rentarô Mikuni · Yukiyo Toake · Gô Awazu · Takashi Ebata

Synopsis River of Fireflies (1987) unfolds during the sweltering summer of 1962, focusing on Tatsuo, a young Japanese teenager grappling with the pressures of high school entrance exams, a common concern among his peers. Additionally, Tatsuo finds himself smitten with Eiko,...

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Direction Mio Ezaki · Hiroshi Okamoto · Hideo Onchi · Eizô Sugawa

Cast Momoe Yamaguchi · Toshiyuki Nagashima · Saburo Shinoda · Yûsuke Natsu

Synopsis Hito wa sore wo scandal to iu (TV Series) (1978) is a television series that aired in 1978, consisting of a single season. The show delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the scandals that often arise from them....

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Get 'em All

1960 · Movie · 87 min. · Japan

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Hiroshi Mizuwara · Tatsuya Nakadai · Tetsurô Tanba · Yukiko Shimazaki

Synopsis Get 'em All (1960) follows a tale of revenge and retribution. A group of criminals find themselves at odds over their ill-gotten gains, leading to internal strife. Tragedy strikes when one of the gang members meets a violent end. Driven...

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You Can Succeed, Too

1964 · Movie · 100 min. · Japan

Direction Eizô Sugawa

Cast Ichirô Arishima · Arihiro Fujimura · Mie Hama · Jerry Ito

Synopsis You Can Succeed, Too (1964) is a vibrant and unique entry in Japanese cinema, blending the spirit of Broadway-style musicals with the bustling streets of Tokyo. This film features a lively mix of singing and dancing, accompanied by the innovative...

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