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Red Beard (1965)

"What is the key to life - power, prestige or peace?"

8.119653h 5mJA
Drama

Directed by Akira Kurosawa

Rating

8.1/10

Runtime

3h 5m

Language

JA

Release

March 4, 1965

Director

Akira Kurosawa

Official Trailer

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Overview

Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff doctor Red Beard. Yasumoto rebels in numerous ways, but Red Beard proves a wise and patient teacher. He grad...

Top Cast

Toshirō MifuneYūzō KayamaTsutomu YamazakiReiko DanMiyuki KuwanoKyōko Kagawa

Cast

Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

Dr. Kyojio Niide ("Red Beard")

Yūzō Kayama

Yūzō Kayama

Dr. Noboru Yasumoto

Tsutomu Yamazaki

Tsutomu Yamazaki

Sahachi

Reiko Dan

Reiko Dan

Osugi

Miyuki Kuwano

Miyuki Kuwano

Onaka

Kyōko Kagawa

Kyōko Kagawa

Madwoman ("The Mantis")

Tatsuyoshi Ehara

Tatsuyoshi Ehara

Genzô Tsugawa

Terumi Niki

Terumi Niki

Otoyo

Akemi Negishi

Akemi Negishi

Okuni

Yoshitaka Zushi

Yoshitaka Zushi

Chobo

Yoshio Tsuchiya

Yoshio Tsuchiya

Dr. Handayû Mori

Eijirō Tōno

Eijirō Tōno

Goheiji

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Red Beard (1965), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Aspiring to an easy job as personal physician to a wealthy family, Noboru Yasumoto is disappointed when his first post after medical school takes him to a small country clinic under the gruff doctor Red Beard. Yasumoto rebels in numerous ways, but Red Beard proves a wise and patient teacher. He gradually introduces his student to the unglamorous side of the profession, ultimately assigning him to care for a prostitute rescued from a local brothel.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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