High and Low poster

High and Low (1963)

"Stark, intense drama almost beyond belief!"

8.419632h 22mJA
DramaCrimeThriller

Directed by Akira Kurosawa

Rating

8.4/10

Runtime

2h 22m

Language

JA

Release

March 1, 1963

Director

Akira Kurosawa

Official Trailer

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Overview

A Yokohama shoe executive faces a wrenching choice when kidnappers mistakenly seize his chauffeur’s son but demand the ransom anyway.

Cast

Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

Kingo Gondo

Tatsuya Nakadai

Tatsuya Nakadai

Chief Detective Tokura

Kyōko Kagawa

Kyōko Kagawa

Reiko Gondo

Tatsuya Mihashi

Tatsuya Mihashi

Kawanishi, Gondo's secretary

Isao Kimura

Isao Kimura

Detective Arai

Kenjirō Ishiyama

Kenjirō Ishiyama

Chief Detective 'Bos'n' Taguchi

Takeshi Katō

Takeshi Katō

Detective Nakao

Takashi Shimura

Takashi Shimura

Chief of Investigation Section

Jun Tazaki

Jun Tazaki

Kamiya, National Shoes Publicity Director

Nobuo Nakamura

Nobuo Nakamura

Ishimaru, National Shoes Design Department Director

Yūnosuke Itō

Yūnosuke Itō

Baba - National Shoes Executive

Tsutomu Yamazaki

Tsutomu Yamazaki

Ginjirô Takeuchi - Medical Intern

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into High and Low (1963), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A Yokohama shoe executive faces a wrenching choice when kidnappers mistakenly seize his chauffeur’s son but demand the ransom anyway.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of High and Low. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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