Yellow Line poster

Yellow Line (1960)

7.019601h 19mJA
Crime

Directed by Teruo Ishii

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 19m

Language

JA

Release

April 29, 1960

Director

Teruo Ishii

Overview

The murder of the chief official of Kobe city's Customs triggers an investigation of a prostitution ring called the 'Yellow Line' that sells Japanese women. A hired assassin is betrayed by his organization, and kidnaps a woman who happens to be the girlfriend of a newspaper reporter.

Cast

Shigeru Amachi

Shigeru Amachi

Kazuhiro Moroki

Yōko Mihara

Yōko Mihara

Emi Ozuki

Teruo Yoshida

Teruo Yoshida

Toshio Mayama

Yōichi Numata

Yōichi Numata

Newspaper editor

Torahiko Nakamura

Torahiko Nakamura

Yoshihide Matsudaira

Jun Ōtomo

Jun Ōtomo

Agawa

Ryūji Oki

Ryūji Oki

Tetsu

Baku Mizuhara

Baku Mizuhara

Mako Sanjō

Mako Sanjō

Yumiko Katsura

Katsuko Wakasugi

Katsuko Wakasugi

Hotel Madame

Reiko Seto

Reiko Seto

Casbah prostitute

Akiko Ono

Akiko Ono

Woman selling foreign cigarettes

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Yellow Line (1960), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The murder of the chief official of Kobe city's Customs triggers an investigation of a prostitution ring called the 'Yellow Line' that sells Japanese women. A hired assassin is betrayed by his organization, and kidnaps a woman who happens to be the girlfriend of a newspaper reporter.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Yellow Line. 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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