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Acting
Masao Hori
Born January 15, 1904 · Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
Died October 25, 1990 · aged 86
No biography available.
Known For
Law in Ghost Island · 1961Law in Ghost Island
★ 6.01961
MovieAdventure
Upon his arrival to Dragon Island, ronin Yagi Hanzo, is propositioned by various shady individuals representing rival gangs to lend his services to them. Branded an enemy for his refusal to become involved with either side, he soon finds himself caught up in an intrigue extending beyond petty gang rivalries, involving a plot by Daimyo in Kyoto to overthrow the government.
Ninja's Mark · 1968Ninja's Mark
★ 5.91968
MovieAction
When the Shogun Tokugawa III is in bed with a girl, she turns into a monster. The court believes she is Ninja Magic, used to frighten the lord off women so that there will be no heir. Tôma, a famous swordsman, is called in and exposes the Ninja, even discovering their leader, a beautiful young girl named Kagiroi. Guessing that she is the daughter of some ousted daimyo anxious to get back into favor, he is about to unmask her when he is taken prisoner...
Lord of Red Banner · 1960Lord of Red Banner
1960
Movie
A young lord lives against the will of his father Lord Tokugawa.
Flowers on the Trail · 1957Flowers on the Trail
1957
Movie
Yakuza of Seki · 1963Yakuza of Seki
★ 8.51963
MovieActionDrama
A young yakuza, Yatappe, wanders around the country in search of his long-lost little sister, Oito. While traveling, he rescues a young girl, Osayo, whose father entrusts her to him with his dying wish. To honor his promise to Osayo's deceased father, Yatappe brings her to safety, and from a distance keeps a watchful eye on her well being.
The Red Shadow · 1961The Red Shadow
★ 6.71961
MovieActionDrama
Fifteen years after Ishida Mitsunari lost in the battle of Sekigahara, Tokugawa Ieyasu foresees his unavoidable battle with Toyotomi Hideyori and goes into Fushimi Castle. At the night, Hattori Hanzo, the leader of 36 Iga members who were performing as guards of the castle, perceives the existence of a ninja and captures the mysterious sneaker.
Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut · 1964Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut
★ 6.01964
MovieActionHistory
In this exciting sequel to the popular samurai-ninja movie Ukyunosuke On Patrol, his mission to avenge his father's death continues. His discovery of a mysterious note written by his father, Inspector Sena, held a clue to the inspector's murder 18 years ago. As Ukyunosuke continues further with his investigation into the conspiracy to uncover the truth behind his father's death, he must confront those eager to take his life. The great Okawa Hashizo shines in one of his signature roles bringing the ultimate conclusion of this epic tale of murder and revenge!
The Princess and the Bearded Lord · 1962The Princess and the Bearded Lord
1962
Movie
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Law in Ghost Island · 1961Law in Ghost Island
★ 6.01961
MovieAdventure
Upon his arrival to Dragon Island, ronin Yagi Hanzo, is propositioned by various shady individuals representing rival gangs to lend his services to them. Branded an enemy for his refusal to become involved with either side, he soon finds himself caught up in an intrigue extending beyond petty gang rivalries, involving a plot by Daimyo in Kyoto to overthrow the government.
Ninja's Mark · 1968Ninja's Mark
★ 5.91968
MovieAction
When the Shogun Tokugawa III is in bed with a girl, she turns into a monster. The court believes she is Ninja Magic, used to frighten the lord off women so that there will be no heir. Tôma, a famous swordsman, is called in and exposes the Ninja, even discovering their leader, a beautiful young girl named Kagiroi. Guessing that she is the daughter of some ousted daimyo anxious to get back into favor, he is about to unmask her when he is taken prisoner...
Lord of Red Banner · 1960Lord of Red Banner
1960
Movie
A young lord lives against the will of his father Lord Tokugawa.
Flowers on the Trail · 1957Flowers on the Trail
1957
Movie
Yakuza of Seki · 1963Yakuza of Seki
★ 8.51963
MovieActionDrama
A young yakuza, Yatappe, wanders around the country in search of his long-lost little sister, Oito. While traveling, he rescues a young girl, Osayo, whose father entrusts her to him with his dying wish. To honor his promise to Osayo's deceased father, Yatappe brings her to safety, and from a distance keeps a watchful eye on her well being.
The Red Shadow · 1961The Red Shadow
★ 6.71961
MovieActionDrama
Fifteen years after Ishida Mitsunari lost in the battle of Sekigahara, Tokugawa Ieyasu foresees his unavoidable battle with Toyotomi Hideyori and goes into Fushimi Castle. At the night, Hattori Hanzo, the leader of 36 Iga members who were performing as guards of the castle, perceives the existence of a ninja and captures the mysterious sneaker.
Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut · 1964Ukyunosuke's Reverse Ichimonji Cut
★ 6.01964
MovieActionHistory
In this exciting sequel to the popular samurai-ninja movie Ukyunosuke On Patrol, his mission to avenge his father's death continues. His discovery of a mysterious note written by his father, Inspector Sena, held a clue to the inspector's murder 18 years ago. As Ukyunosuke continues further with his investigation into the conspiracy to uncover the truth behind his father's death, he must confront those eager to take his life. The great Okawa Hashizo shines in one of his signature roles bringing the ultimate conclusion of this epic tale of murder and revenge!
The Princess and the Bearded Lord · 1962The Princess and the Bearded Lord
1962
Movie
Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage · 1960Hanjiro of Kusama: Bird of Passage
★ 6.01960
MovieDrama
A kindhearted wandering gambler named Hajiro gets involved in a crisis of a village as he passes through and decides to lend a sword in hopes to rescue them.
Sakura Official · 1962Sakura Official
★ 7.01962
MovieHistoryWar
As Japan’s Tokugawa shogunate nears the end of its rule, Edo North Magistrate Toyama no Kinsan is called upon to judge the most difficult case of his career. In a masterfully woven tale, he has to face the truth about his estranged father’s possible involvement in a nefarious plot to take over rule of the Hizen Shimabara clan by assassinating the rightful lord, his son, and install one of Shogun Ienari’s offspring as daimyo.
An Eagle Eyed Lord · 1961An Eagle Eyed Lord
★ 8.01961
Movie
Mysteries of Edo · 1956Mysteries of Edo
★ 6.01956
MovieDrama
A princess in disguise, Oshichi launches an investigation to reveal the truth about the disappearance of young women in Edo.
Bloody Account of Jirocho: Raid on the Road · 1960Bloody Account of Jirocho: Raid on the Road
★ 7.01960
MovieAction
Trouble Over Swords and Women: A Woman's Mind · 1951Trouble Over Swords and Women: A Woman's Mind
1951
MovieActionDrama
The Black Hooded Man · 1955The Black Hooded Man
1955
MovieDrama
A mysterious black hooded man intervenes when an anti-government group who plots to steal the precious blue diamond called “Maguna no Hitomi.”
The Happy Wanderer · 1956The Happy Wanderer
1956
Movie
Bloody Account of Jirocho: Duel at Akiba · 1960Bloody Account of Jirocho: Duel at Akiba
★ 10.01960
MovieAction
Early film by Eiichi Kudô.
Hell's Juggler · 1961Hell's Juggler
★ 7.01961
Movie
The Kuroda Affair · 1956The Kuroda Affair
★ 9.01956
Movie
This adaptation of a Hideji Hojo novel, about the historical uprising of the Kuroda clan in 1633, is told through the eyes of retainer, Daizen. As his clan’s new leader, Tadayuki, becomes increasingly militant in his opposition to the Tokugawa shogunate, Daizen is forced to reconcile his loyalty to the clan with his loyalty to Tadayuki, who seems dead set on entangling the clan in destructive conflict. The Kuroda Affair’s mise-en-scène is said to have influenced future Toei director Eiichi Kudo. The film also features two of the greatest stars of Japanese period cinema, Chiezo Kataoka and Ryutaro Otomo.
Code Between Brothers 2 · 1966Code Between Brothers 2
★ 7.01966
MovieDramaCrime
The services of a wandering gambler, Seiji, are called upon to protect the turf of his loyal friend Risaburo.
The Kingdom of Jirocho 2 · 1963The Kingdom of Jirocho 2
★ 8.01963
Movie
Jirocho and his henchmen befriend Ishimatsu, a wanderer in Mishima.
Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima · 1973Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima
★ 7.31973
MovieDramaCrime
Repeatedly beat to a pulp by gamblers, cops, and gangsters, lone wolf Shoji Yamanaka finally finds a home as a Muraoka family hitman and falls in love with boss Muraoka's niece. Meanwhile, the ambitions of mad dog Katsutoshi Otomo draws our series' hero, Shozo Hirono, and the other yakuza into a new round of bloodshed.
Cantankerous Edo · 1957Cantankerous Edo
★ 6.01957
Movie
It's fighting fires and swordsmen with a touch of music in this free-for-all of action and excitement combining the talents of Japan's most popular couple... Misora Hibari and Okawa Hashizo. Along with the great Otomo Rytaro as Tatsugoro the fire chief, they keep Edo safe as part of the famed Megumi Fire Squad.
Brothers Serving Time · 1969Brothers Serving Time
★ 8.01969
MovieCrimeDrama
While imprisoned, Tatsu encounters Danshi, a man who is a big honcho in the prison pecking order. After initial conflict they become sworn brothers. Tatsu and the sworn brothers he acquires weren’t really gangsters before their prison time, just ruffians. Prison, however, introduces them to plenty of gangland characters and three years later, they’re out of prison and enmeshed in the yakuza world.