Cast: Sanae Takasugi

Direction Yasujirō Ozu

Cast Hideko Takamine · Chishu Ryu · Tatsuo Saito · Sanae Takasugi

Synopsis The Munekata Sisters (1950) follows the complex love story of Setsuko, who is unhappily married to Mimura, an unemployed engineer with a drinking problem. Setsuko has always harbored feelings for Hiroshi, but their inability to confess their love led to...

Direction Yasujirô Shimazu

Cast Yumeko Aizome · Yukichi Iwata · Choko Iida · Yoshiko Okada

Synopsis Our Neighbor (1934) unfolds in the tranquil rural or suburban landscapes of Japan, likely within the Kansai region. Two families reside in close proximity, sharing a bond that sees the fathers as drinking companions, the children as playmates, and the...

Direction Kenji Mizoguchi

Cast Kinuyo Tanaka · Sanae Takasugi · Tomie Tsunoda · Mitsuo Nagata

Synopsis Women of the Night (1948) follows the story of Fusako Owada, a young woman navigating the complexities of life in post-war Japan. She is entangled in a tumultuous relationship as the companion of a notorious drug trafficker. Fusako's already fragile...

Direction Mikio Naruse

Cast Mieko Takamine · Ken Uehara · Rentarô Mikuni · Michiyo Aratama

Synopsis Wife (1953) delves into the trials of a woman who uncovers her husband's infidelity. Rather than face the societal shame of a failed marriage, she resolves to take extraordinary measures to retain her husband's loyalty and keep their union intact.

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Sanae Takasugi · Tokuji Kobayashi · Tomio Aoki · Mitsuko Yoshikawa

Synopsis Mother's Love Letter (1935) is a charming domestic comedy that centers around a dynamic family operating a judo school. The narrative revolves around a resilient wife who holds a strong presence in the household, and her husband, who is often...

Direction Kazuki Omori

Cast Kanjuro Arashi · Yoshiko Okada · Leo Morimoto · Yutaka Nakajima

Synopsis Orange Road Express (1978) follows a vibrant ensemble of young individuals who operate an unauthorized radio station from a compact vehicle as they journey across the countryside. Their unconventional lifestyle takes an unexpected turn when they cross paths with a...

Direction Yasujirô Shimazu

Cast Hideo Fujino · Hideko Higashi · Reikichi Kawamura · Ryotaro Mizushima

Synopsis Vermilion and Green (1937) tells the tale of a young woman, the daughter of a successful businessman, who finds herself captivated by one of her father's dedicated employees. As their paths intertwine, the story unfolds with a blend of romance...

Direction Keisuke Sasaki

Cast Kiyoshi Aono · Jun Arai · Kaoru Futaba · Masao Hayama

Synopsis The Moon of Ruined Castle (1937) follows the journey of a gifted musician who embarks on a quest through the remnants of ancient fortresses, seeking the perfect muse to ignite his next masterpiece. As he explores the crumbling walls and...

Direction Kaneto Shindô

Cast Nobuko Otowa · Sanae Takasugi · Taiji Tonoyama · Jun Hamamura

Direction Yasujirô Shimazu

Cast Kinuyo Tanaka · Kôkichi Takada · Hideo Fujino · Choko Iida

Direction Masahiro Makino · Eisuke Takizawa

Cast Kamatari Fujiwara · Hiroshi Nihon'yanagi · Hajime Izu · Tatsuo Saito

Direction Kon Ichikawa · Shirô Toyoda

Cast Yoshiko Mita · Mayumi Ozora · Wakako Sakai · Akiko Nishina

Synopsis Tsuma to onna no aida (1976) explores the intricate dynamics and connections among four stunning sisters, their spouses, and the mistress of their second daughter's husband. The narrative delves into the complexities of these relationships, revealing the emotional and psychological...

Direction Yasuki Chiba

Cast Michiyo Kogure · Sanae Takasugi · Ryo Ikebe · Yôko Sugi

Direction Hiromasa Nomura

Cast Tomio Aoki · Toru Hirose · Akio Isono · Sojin

Synopsis Kokumin no chikai (1938) is a cinematic production primarily filmed in the picturesque Japanese skiing destination, Hokkaido, during the years 1937 and 1938. The film was crafted with the aim of fostering enthusiasm for the upcoming 1940 Winter Olympics, which...

Direction Yasushi Sasaki

Cast Michiko Kuwano · Sanae Takasugi · Mieko Takamine · Eiko Takamatsu

Direction Ichiro Sugai · Kôzaburô Yoshimura

Cast Rentarô Mikuni · Nobuko Otowa · Sanae Takasugi · Tatsuya Ishiguro

Direction Yasujirô Shimazu

Cast Shûji Sano · Sanae Takasugi · Takeshi Sakamoto · Ayako Katsuragi

Synopsis So Goes My Love (1938) follows the journey of Shigeo, an ambitious writer residing with his girlfriend Minako, as they eagerly anticipate a brighter future. Their daily life is sustained by Minako's earnings from her job at a café. Shigeo's...

Direction Keisuke Kinoshita

Cast Yûko Mochizuki · Yôko Katsuragi · Masami Taura · Keiko Awaji

Synopsis A Japanese Tragedy (Tragedy of Japan) (1953) follows the life of Haruko, a widow navigating the challenges of post-World War II Japan and the year 1953. Haruko's primary focus is on ensuring the safety, sustenance, and shelter of her children,...

Direction Hiroshi Shimizu

Cast Shin Saburi · Sanae Takasugi · Ken Uehara · Michiko Kuwano

Synopsis Domestic Diary (1938) follows the story of Shuzo and Ichiro, who were inseparable as children but eventually took different paths in life. Years later, fate brings them back together, and they rekindle their friendship. Despite their wives having contrasting personalities,...

Direction Hiroshi Shimizu

Cast Mitsugu Fujii · Hiroko Kawasaki · Michiko Kuwano · Shirô Kanemitsu

Synopsis Eclipse (1934) follows the intertwined lives of two cousins, Shukichi Osaki and Kinue Nishimura, who share a deep affection for each other. However, societal expectations dictate that Kinue must marry the lawyer Seiji Kanda. This unfortunate circumstance leads Shukichi to...