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Tadashi Sawashima's Theater of Life Collection

Trilogy of movie by Tadashi Sawashima based on the novel of the same name.

Life of Hishakaku
Life of Hishakaku

Life of Hishakaku

Year

1963

Rating

8.0

Language

Japanese

Original Title

人生劇場 飛車角

After eloping with a prostitute named Otoyo, Hishakaku takes refuge in the Kogane family’s turf. Indebted to Boss Kogane for his kindness, Hishakaku swears to dedicate himself to protect the Koganes in time of crisis. Hishakaku’s humble life comes to a sudden halt when the Kogane family becomes involved in a fatal feud with their rival, and Hishakaku’s services are called upon.

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Life of Hishakaku 2
Life of Hishakaku 2

Life of Hishakaku 2

Year

1963

Rating

8.2

Language

Japanese

Original Title

人生劇場 続 飛車角

Upon his release from the prison, Hishakaku joins the Kikkyo family who is struggling to regain their turf from their rival, Domoto family. To reciprocate the kindness of the Kikkyos, Hishakaku heads to meet the leader of Domoto, Osumi, and finds himself emotionally involved with her.

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Life of Hishakaku 3

Life of Hishakaku 3

Year

1964

Rating

N/A

Language

Japanese

Original Title

人生劇場 新 飛車角

Third part in Tadashi Sawashima's Theater of Life trilogy.

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