Yoko Hatanaka

Acting

Yoko Hatanaka

Born April 21, 1959 · Tokyo, Japan (age 67)

No biography available.

Known For

Daydream of LoveDaydream of Love · 1980
Daydream of Love
5.11980
MovieDrama
Yoko is upset when her father remarries and begins rebelling against her new stepmother. First, this is accomplished by promiscuity and partying but eventually her schemes take a much darker turn...
Ninja HuntNinja Hunt · 1982
Ninja Hunt
1982
MovieActionTV Movie
It's a rare occasion when a noted filmmaker like Yamauchi Tetsuya gets to re-visit a previous film, and in this re-make of NINJA GARI, he not only does that, but has created an even better piece. While the original from 1964 starred the great old-time actor Konoe Jushiro, this version is perfectly cast with his son Matsukata Hiroki in the lead as Wadakuro, one of four ronin hired to fight against the Shogunate's plot to abolish the Gamo Clan, who are struggling to reinstate their young heir Tanemaru as their Lord. Facing the threat of the Koga Ninja, Wadakuro shows his own cruelty while on a personal vendetta. This is a very brutal film, with lots of realistic ninja action, violent deaths, a dark story line and is completely without any light-hearted 'humor' elements that Toei used to incorperate back in the golden era. And with Matsukata Hiroki's outstanding martial skills, the swordplay is even better in this one. This is definitely one of the best ninja movies ever made!
The IntermissionThe Intermission · 2013
The Intermission
7.02013
MovieComedy
A unique black comedy set in Ginza Cinepathos, a long-established movie theater that closes at the end of March 2013 while being familiar to movie fans with its retro appearance and unique lineup. Unique guests visiting the theater draw a human pattern during breaks.
Moa sekushi kemono no yoni mo ichidoMoa sekushi kemono no yoni mo ichido · 1981
Moa sekushi kemono no yoni mo ichido
4.31981
MovieDrama
A couple of delinquents doing small time con jobs steal the car of a local councilman. Inside the car they find a stuffed panda. Suddenly the two find themselves targeted by the yakuza. It seems they will do anything to retrieve the panda. But why?
Lullaby of DeathLullaby of Death · 1982
Lullaby of Death
6.31982
MovieMysteryHorror
Also known as: For My Daughter's 7th Birthday. Many years following her mother’s suicide, Maya seeks out her father, who deserted them, for revenge. All intertwined with the investigation of journalists into local murders, the manipulations of a palmist known as the “blue moth”, and political corruption.
Flame of Father and SonFlame of Father and Son · 1981
Flame of Father and Son
1981
MovieDrama
Yokomizo, a police officer in the traffic police force, is looking forward to watching his son Kazuhiko grow up. However, Kazuhiko rebels against his perfectionist father and turns to delinquency. Kazuhiko teams up with his bad friend Teshima to rob 300 million yen from a cash transport truck. Yokomizo, who is investigating the case, is shocked to realize that his son is the culprit.
Sekushî purin: Kuse ni narisôSekushî purin: Kuse ni narisô · 1981
Sekushî purin: Kuse ni narisô
8.01981
Movie
From the Back or From the FrontFrom the Back or From the Front · 1980
From the Back or From the Front
3.31980
MovieDrama
A female part time worker is the girlfriend of the leader of a local biker gang. A motorcycle policeman also has the hots for her. Complications ensue.

Filmography

Sort
Ninja HuntNinja Hunt · 1982
Ninja Hunt
1982
MovieActionTV Movie
It's a rare occasion when a noted filmmaker like Yamauchi Tetsuya gets to re-visit a previous film, and in this re-make of NINJA GARI, he not only does that, but has created an even better piece. While the original from 1964 starred the great old-time actor Konoe Jushiro, this version is perfectly cast with his son Matsukata Hiroki in the lead as Wadakuro, one of four ronin hired to fight against the Shogunate's plot to abolish the Gamo Clan, who are struggling to reinstate their young heir Tanemaru as their Lord. Facing the threat of the Koga Ninja, Wadakuro shows his own cruelty while on a personal vendetta. This is a very brutal film, with lots of realistic ninja action, violent deaths, a dark story line and is completely without any light-hearted 'humor' elements that Toei used to incorperate back in the golden era. And with Matsukata Hiroki's outstanding martial skills, the swordplay is even better in this one. This is definitely one of the best ninja movies ever made!