Cast: Keiko Kishi

Direction Hideo Ôba

Cast Chikage Awashima · Haruyo Ichikawa · Akio Isono · Kyoko Kami

Direction Kon Ichikawa

Cast Takaaki Enoki · Koji Ishizaka · Keiko Kishi · Shirô Itô

Synopsis Noh Mask Murders (1991) centers around a prominent family in the world of Noh theater, where the patriarch's decision to retire ignites a fierce rivalry. The family members, particularly the granddaughter and grandson, vie for the prestigious position of succeeding...

Direction Kon Ichikawa

Cast Koji Ishizaka · Keiko Kishi · Akiko Nishina · Koji Kita

Direction Masahiro Makino

Cast Koji Tsuruta · Keiko Kishi · Seizaburô Kawazu · Kôkichi Takada

Direction Heinosuke Gosho

Cast Hibari Misora · Shogoro Ichikawa · Takashi Kitahara · Eijirô Yanagi

Synopsis Growing Up (1955) is a poignant film adaptation of Ichiyô Higuchi’s novella set during the Meiji period. The narrative revolves around a young girl who, due to her circumstances, is destined for a life of prostitution. As she matures, she...

Direction Yoshitaro Nomura

Cast Keiko Kishi · Keiji Sada · Shin Saburi · Yûnosuke Itô

Synopsis The Refugee (1955) follows the journey of Gan Shosho, a Chinese medical student who is separated from his homeland while pursuing his education in Japan during wartime. Amidst the turmoil, he discovers love with Sachiko, and the couple ties the...

Direction Daisuke Itô

Cast Kazuo Hasegawa · Kinuyo Tanaka · Keiko Kishi · Yuji Hori

Direction Jacques Deray

Cast Karlheinz Böhm · Charles Vanel · Barbara Lass · Keiko Kishi

Synopsis Rififi in Tokyo (1963) follows the story of a seasoned criminal, Van Ekken, who journeys to Tokyo to orchestrate a daring bank heist. His target is the priceless Titan diamond, a gem so valuable it has earned its legendary name....

Direction Alex March

Cast Zero Mostel · Keiko Kishi · Gawn Grainger · Bradford Dillman

Synopsis Mastermind (1969) follows the eccentric journey of Zero Mostel as Inspector Hoku, a Japanese detective who is convinced he is a Samurai warrior. Chaos erupts when he must employ every available resource to thwart a group of international spies who...

Direction Kon Ichikawa

Cast Fujiko Yamamoto · Keiko Kishi · Tamao Nakamura · Kyôko Kishida

Synopsis Ten Dark Women (1961) follows the story of Kaze, a married television producer with a notorious reputation for his numerous infidelities. He juggles nine mistresses simultaneously, each unaware of the others. However, his inability to commit and his indecisiveness eventually...

Direction Hideo Ôba

Cast Keiko Awaji · Chikage Awashima · Kimie Hayashi · Shinichi Himori

Direction Kôichi Saitô

Cast Keiko Kishi · Kenichi Hagiwara · Yoshie Minami · Rentarô Mikuni

Synopsis The Rendezvous (1972) is a poignant Japanese romantic drama that chronicles a fleeting love affair. The narrative revolves around a keen and perceptive young man and a strikingly beautiful woman who cross paths, develop a deep connection, and ultimately go...

Direction Tadashi Imai

Cast Keiko Kishi · Eiji Okada · Keiju Kobayashi · Koji Mitsui

Direction Masahiro Makino

Cast Sessue Hayakawa · Eijirô Tono · Keiko Kishi · Eitarô Ozawa

Synopsis Les Misérables: Flag of Love and Liberty (1950) is the second installment of a grand Japanese adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel, set against the backdrop of the late 19th to early 20th century during the reign of the Meiji...

Direction Kon Ichikawa

Cast Keiko Kishi · Ryuuji Harada · Shoichi Ozawa · Kanae Katsuno

Synopsis Big Mama (2001) follows the story of a resilient and determined matriarch, portrayed by Keiko Kishi, who is dedicated to maintaining the well-being and financial stability of her large family, which includes three adult sons and a daughter of marriageable...

Direction François Villiers · Jean Couturier · Laurent Grousset

Cast Jacques Santi · Christian Marin · Roger Pigaut · Jacques Richard

Synopsis The Aeronauts (TV Series) (1967) follows the adventures of two skilled fighter pilots who are stationed at Dijon air base in France during the 1960s. The series delves into their experiences and challenges as they navigate the complexities of military...

Direction Koreyoshi Kurahara

Cast Kenichi Hagiwara · Keiko Kishi · Rentarô Mikuni · Alain Cuny

Direction Keisuke Kinoshita

Cast Mieko Takamine · Hideko Takamine · Keiko Kishi · Yoshiko Kuga

Synopsis Woman's World (1954) follows the journey of a young woman enrolled at a prestigious women's university who challenges the institution's antiquated principles. Her bold and unconventional stance sparks a significant debate within the academic community, questioning the relevance of traditional...

Direction Minoru Shibuya

Cast Eijirô Yanagi · Rentarô Mikuni · Chikage Awashima · Koji Tsuruta

Synopsis Doctor's Day Off (1952) centers around a dedicated physician who, on his day away from work, finds his peaceful time disrupted by a diverse group of individuals seeking his assistance. This motley crew includes war veterans, minor criminals, and young...

Direction Daisuke Itô

Cast Sessue Hayakawa · Eijirô Tono · Keiko Kishi · Eitarô Ozawa

Synopsis Les Misérables: Gods and Demons (1950) presents a captivating adaptation of Victor Hugo's renowned novel, transposed to the backdrop of Meiji-period Japan. The narrative revolves around a man who, after being convicted of a petty crime, finds himself relentlessly pursued...