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Irezumi (1966)

6.819661h 26mJA
CrimeDramaThriller

Directed by Yasuzō Masumura

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 26m

Language

JA

Release

January 15, 1966

Director

Yasuzō Masumura

Official Trailer

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Overview

Otsuya, the daughter of a rich merchant, elopes with her lover Shinsuke, an employee of her father's. During their flight, Otsuya's beauty attracts the gaze of Seikichi, a mysterious master tattooist who sees her pristine white skin as the perfect canvas for his art. The image of the large demonic s...

Cast

Ayako Wakao

Ayako Wakao

Otsuya

Akio Hasegawa

Akio Hasegawa

Shinsuke

Gaku Yamamoto

Gaku Yamamoto

Tattoo Artist Seikichi

Kei Satō

Kei Satō

Hatamoto Serizawa

Fujio Suga

Fujio Suga

Kenji

Asao Uchida

Asao Uchida

Tokubei

Reiko Fujiwara

Reiko Fujiwara

Otaki

Kikue Mōri

Kikue Mōri

Shinsuke's Mother

Jun Fujikawa

Jun Fujikawa

Tadashi Iwata

Tadashi Iwata

Gen Kimura

Gen Kimura

Kazuo Mortuchi

Kazuo Mortuchi

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Irezumi (1966), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Otsuya, the daughter of a rich merchant, elopes with her lover Shinsuke, an employee of her father's. During their flight, Otsuya's beauty attracts the gaze of Seikichi, a mysterious master tattooist who sees her pristine white skin as the perfect canvas for his art. The image of the large demonic spider that he emblazons across Otsuya's back marks her as the property of another man, radically altering her relationships with all around her as her personality seems to transform under its influence.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Irezumi. 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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