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Acting
Hiroshi Kōno
Born March 21, 1925 (age 101)
No biography available.
Known For
Tiger of the Sea · 1964Tiger of the Sea
1964
MovieActionAdventure
A group of pirates sail the treacherous Pacific ocean in search for wealth.
The Sacrifice of the Human Torpedoes · 1955The Sacrifice of the Human Torpedoes
★ 9.01955
MovieWar
A Man with Dragon Tattoos · 1962A Man with Dragon Tattoos
★ 8.01962
MovieCrimeDrama
In the late 1890s, coal is a precious new natural resource. During an era of rapid economic growth, dreams are instilled into the lives of many across Japan. A vigorous young man with a look of fearless determination, sets foot on the northern part of Kyushu, an area where Yakuza thrived. His name is Kingoro Tamai (Yujiro Ishihara). With plans to travel the world, Kingoro worked diligently at a coal mine. His loyalty and hard work earned the respect of his peers, his courage won the heart of the beautiful Mon (Ruriko Asaoka), and his success evoked jealousy in his enemies.
Outlaw: Goro the Assassin · 1968Outlaw: Goro the Assassin
★ 6.61968
MovieCrimeAction
On a cold winter day, Goro Fujikawa (Tetsuya Watari) and Masahiko murder the mob boss of Meishin-Kai. The deed costs them time in prison, but Goro had no shred of regret. When Goro is released 2 years later, Masahiko is dying in prison hospital and entrusts his last wish; "find my sister and take care of her." Goro leaves as a free man with a mission, but soon finds that he might have been better off in jail.
Story of a Prostitute · 1965Story of a Prostitute
★ 6.61965
MovieDramaRomance
Volunteering as a "comfort woman" on the Manchurian front, where she is expected to service hundreds of soldiers, Harumi is commandeered by the brutal Lieutenant Narita but falls for the sensitive Mikami, Narita's direct subordinate. Seijun Suzuki's Story of a Prostitute is a tragic love story as well as a rule-bending take on a popular Taijiro Tamura novel, challenging military and fraternal codes of honor, as seen through Harumi's eyes.
Youth of the Beast · 1963Youth of the Beast
★ 6.91963
MovieThrillerCrime
When a mysterious stranger muscles into two rival yakuza gangs, Tokyo's underworld explodes with violence.
Kobushidake denki: Kogane jigoku · 1956Kobushidake denki: Kogane jigoku
1956
MovieAction
The 1st movie in the Kobushidake denki series.
Murder Unincorporated · 1965Murder Unincorporated
★ 6.51965
MovieComedyAction
When the mysterious “Joe of Spades” (Jo Shishido) executes one of the bosses of a powerful syndicate, his colleagues, fearing for their own lives, call on the services of assassin agency Murder Unincorporated to take care of the problem. This unique entry showcases some of the most peculiar killing tactics to ever hit Japanese cinema!
Movies
Tiger of the Sea · 1964Tiger of the Sea
1964
MovieActionAdventure
A group of pirates sail the treacherous Pacific ocean in search for wealth.
The Sacrifice of the Human Torpedoes · 1955The Sacrifice of the Human Torpedoes
★ 9.01955
MovieWar
A Man with Dragon Tattoos · 1962A Man with Dragon Tattoos
★ 8.01962
MovieCrimeDrama
In the late 1890s, coal is a precious new natural resource. During an era of rapid economic growth, dreams are instilled into the lives of many across Japan. A vigorous young man with a look of fearless determination, sets foot on the northern part of Kyushu, an area where Yakuza thrived. His name is Kingoro Tamai (Yujiro Ishihara). With plans to travel the world, Kingoro worked diligently at a coal mine. His loyalty and hard work earned the respect of his peers, his courage won the heart of the beautiful Mon (Ruriko Asaoka), and his success evoked jealousy in his enemies.
Outlaw: Goro the Assassin · 1968Outlaw: Goro the Assassin
★ 6.61968
MovieCrimeAction
On a cold winter day, Goro Fujikawa (Tetsuya Watari) and Masahiko murder the mob boss of Meishin-Kai. The deed costs them time in prison, but Goro had no shred of regret. When Goro is released 2 years later, Masahiko is dying in prison hospital and entrusts his last wish; "find my sister and take care of her." Goro leaves as a free man with a mission, but soon finds that he might have been better off in jail.
Story of a Prostitute · 1965Story of a Prostitute
★ 6.61965
MovieDramaRomance
Volunteering as a "comfort woman" on the Manchurian front, where she is expected to service hundreds of soldiers, Harumi is commandeered by the brutal Lieutenant Narita but falls for the sensitive Mikami, Narita's direct subordinate. Seijun Suzuki's Story of a Prostitute is a tragic love story as well as a rule-bending take on a popular Taijiro Tamura novel, challenging military and fraternal codes of honor, as seen through Harumi's eyes.
Youth of the Beast · 1963Youth of the Beast
★ 6.91963
MovieThrillerCrime
When a mysterious stranger muscles into two rival yakuza gangs, Tokyo's underworld explodes with violence.
Kobushidake denki: Kogane jigoku · 1956Kobushidake denki: Kogane jigoku
1956
MovieAction
The 1st movie in the Kobushidake denki series.
Murder Unincorporated · 1965Murder Unincorporated
★ 6.51965
MovieComedyAction
When the mysterious “Joe of Spades” (Jo Shishido) executes one of the bosses of a powerful syndicate, his colleagues, fearing for their own lives, call on the services of assassin agency Murder Unincorporated to take care of the problem. This unique entry showcases some of the most peculiar killing tactics to ever hit Japanese cinema!
The Flower and the Angry Waves · 1964The Flower and the Angry Waves
★ 7.21964
MovieActionCrime
A young yakuza in love with the girl who's to marry his clan oyabun, kidnaps the girl before fleeing with her. In Tokyo, he hides under the identity of a worker while the young woman becomes a waitress in a restaurant.
Tattooed Life · 1965Tattooed Life
★ 7.21965
MovieCrimeDrama
After his own gang sets him up to kill a rival mobster, a hit man is forced to flee with his younger brother.
Rising Dragon: Red-Hot Iron Skin · 1969Rising Dragon: Red-Hot Iron Skin
★ 8.01969
Movie
Japanese crime film
Outlaw: Kill! · 1969Outlaw: Kill!
★ 6.91969
MovieCrimeAction
Goro has always been a lone wolf. When he arrives at an industrial city in Keihin, there is certain restlessness in the air. The Iriezaki family and the Kanto Touyu-kai were in the midst of a territorial dispute. Goro was quick to notice, but had no intent to take sides. At a department store nearby, he sees an elevator lady being harassed by a couple of hoodlums. Goro decides to intervene. Unbeknownst to him, the hoodlums are Touyu-kai members – and the girl has strong ties with the opposing family.
I Hate But Love · 1962I Hate But Love
★ 6.91962
MovieComedyDrama
A celebrity, dissatisfied with his personal and professional lives, impulsively leaves fast-paced Tokyo to deliver a much-needed jeep to a remote village. When his controlling manager, the woman he loves, follows, the two must reconcile while dodging reporters.
The Man with a Shotgun · 1961The Man with a Shotgun
★ 6.51961
MovieCrimeAction
Ryoji, a wanderer, arrives in a remote mountain town, carrying a shotgun and claiming to be a hunter. He quickly becomes embroiled in a web of trouble surrounding the town's mill.
Outlaw: Heartless · 1968Outlaw: Heartless
★ 6.81968
MovieCrimeAction
Goro Fujikawa (Tetsuya Watari) was indebted to Mitsugimoto. Sawada, a low rank yakuza with a gambling problem owed Mitsugimoto three million yen. This equation can only lead to one answer. Mitsugimoto needs to pay and Goro's coming to collect.
Haunted Samurai · 1970Haunted Samurai
★ 8.21970
MovieDramaHorror
When his sister commits suicide as a result of his actions, Rokuheita, an enforcer for the Yagyu ninja clan, considers his choices and eventually deserts the organization. Hunted by an army of bizarre shadow warriors, the target turns on his pursuers when he finds something worth fighting for.
Rising Dragon: Soft Skin Gambler · 1969Rising Dragon: Soft Skin Gambler
1969
Movie
Japanese crime film
Kanto Wanderer · 1963Kanto Wanderer
★ 6.61963
MovieCrimeDrama
Handsome young Katsuta tries to follow the yakuza code, but even his boss doesn't believe in it. Diamond Fuyu is less ethical, and allows the idiotic Tetsu to trick a schoolgirl he fancies, Hanako, into a type of bonded prostitution. Because of gang conflict, the Izu family (to whom Katsuta belongs) has their last gambling den taken over, and he seeks revenge. This brings him back into contact with a former lover who is also a card trickster - she is also Diamond Fuyu's sister, and is now married to Okaru-Hachi, who has mastered a clever card cheating trick called Okaru, which involves the deft use of mirrors.
The Scarred Crest · 1964The Scarred Crest
1964
MovieCrime
A war veteran clashes with a mob boss in this crime saga. When Ryuji returns from the war, he finds himself torn by the death of an old friend - the son of crime kingpin Kiyomiya. A death Ryuji feels responsible for.
Warehouse No. 3 · 1958Warehouse No. 3
1958
MovieCrimeAction
A musical action film that tells the story of a young saxophonist's fierce struggle against a gang of smugglers and a story of pure love, all accompanied by the sensual voice of Yuri Asakura.
Riverside Fish Market Empire · 1952Riverside Fish Market Empire
1952
Movie
Obscure Japanese movie by director Kyotaro Namiki
Invasion of Kanto Government · 1965Invasion of Kanto Government
1965
MovieActionCrime
A passionate man, driven by his boss's will, who fell to an assassin's blade, dedicates himself to rebuilding the gang. This thrilling, entertaining masterpiece by Eiki weaves together love and longing into its intense portrayal.
午前零時の出獄 · 1963午前零時の出獄
1963
MovieDrama
This movie depicts the confrontation between a man entangled in a despicable trap and the shadow of murderous intent, and the efforts of a journalist chasing after the truth. Due to the passage of time since the film's release, some scenes may be marred by visual and audio distortions. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
零戦黒雲一家 · 1962零戦黒雲一家
1962
Movie
