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An Actor's Revenge (1963)

6.619631h 54mJA
Drama

Directed by Kon Ichikawa

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 54m

Language

JA

Release

January 13, 1963

Director

Kon Ichikawa

Official Trailer

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Overview

In Edo Japan, a kabuki actor seeks revenge against the three men who drove his parents to their deaths years ago.

Cast

Kazuo Hasegawa

Kazuo Hasegawa

Yukinojo Nakamura / Yamitaro the Thief

Fujiko Yamamoto

Fujiko Yamamoto

Ohatsu

Ayako Wakao

Ayako Wakao

Namiji

Eiji Funakoshi

Eiji Funakoshi

Heima Kadokura

Naritoshi Hayashi

Naritoshi Hayashi

Mukuzu

Eijirō Yanagi

Eijirō Yanagi

Hiromi-ya

Chūsha Ichikawa

Chūsha Ichikawa

Kikunojo Nakamura

Saburo Date

Saburo Date

Kawaguchi-ya

Jun Hamamura

Jun Hamamura

Isshosai

Kikue Mōri

Kikue Mōri

Cruel Old Woman

Masayoshi Kikuno

Masayoshi Kikuno

Yukinojo's Father

Raizō Ichikawa

Raizō Ichikawa

Hirutaro

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into An Actor's Revenge (1963), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In Edo Japan, a kabuki actor seeks revenge against the three men who drove his parents to their deaths years ago.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of An Actor's Revenge. 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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