Directing

Shoji Matsumura

Born November 8, 1919 · Kyoto, Japan (age 106)

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Known For

Queen of the Treasure IslandQueen of the Treasure Island · 1960
Queen of the Treasure Island
7.01960
MovieDramaHistory
At a tavern in Shimoda, Ronin Tadakazu Yamakawa saved a samurai girl named Mino from the clutches of the Benten family. When Mino's father, Kyohei Tsuchihashi, is murdered by unknown assailants, Tadakazu is summoned to Akane-ya, the landlord of this area. He promises to ensure the safety of Mino for three days, during which the Benten family must not harm her...
Mysteries of EdoMysteries of Edo · 1956
Mysteries 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.
Bride of Peacock CastleBride of Peacock Castle · 1959
Bride of Peacock Castle
7.51959
Movie
Princess Kazu, the daughter of Shogun Ienari, is sent to marry Matsudaira Nobunao, master of Peacock castle in Kozuke province, a domain of 17,000 koku. When the procession carrying her sizable dowry was so large that it was expected to take 30 days to reach the castle the members of the clan were surprised to learn that it contained only her barest essentials! Would her presence create a problem too large for the clan to deal with? And having been trained by Lord Yagyu himself, will her martial skills ruin the marital plans set forth for the couple, or can she be tamed in time for the wedding?
Foul PlayFoul Play · 1955
Foul Play
6.01955
MovieMystery
Private eye Bannai Tarao (Chiezo Kataoka) and his assistant Masako (Chizuru Kitagawa) investigate the mysterious murder of a baseball player who was killed in the middle of a game.
Case of a Young Lord 10: The Mystery of the Spider LadyCase of a Young Lord 10: The Mystery of the Spider Lady · 1962
Case of a Young Lord 10: The Mystery of the Spider Lady
1962
MovieCrimeDrama
Young lord investigates the mysterious death that takes place in the underworld.
Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3 · 1960
Shingo's Original Challenge, Part 3
1960
MovieDrama
The adventures of Aoi Shingo continue. Shingo is finally given permission to officially meet his father, the Shogun. However, his journey is disturbed by those who wish to claim his life. This is the third part of "THE 10 DUELS OF YOUNG SHINGO", following the first 2 parts (which were actually done as one movie). The tension mounts as young Shingo must face obstacles the like of which he had never before seen. And, can he avenge the death of his master? The man to whom he owes everything.
The Brothers who Protect the MountainThe Brothers who Protect the Mountain · 1953
The Brothers who Protect the Mountain
1953
MovieAdventureDrama
In the mountainous region of Koshu, Taikahara, there was an intense power struggle between the prominent families, Tamaki and Kakukura. Facing the steward of Kakukura, Kurokawa Senjiro, was Tamaki Daisaburo, who was skilled with a handgun. Daisaburo had granted protection to the charcoal maker, Miyoshi, safeguarding a few mountains passed down from their ancestors. Daisaburo's elder brother, Iori, who had completed his training in Edo, saved Kakukura's only daughter, Koyumi, on his way back home. However, while Daisaburo rushed to Iori's aid after Koyumi was attacked by Kurokawa and his men, their family home was set ablaze.
Travel RomancesTravel Romances · 1957
Travel Romances
1957
MovieComedyMusic
Romantic comedy.

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