Direction: Teruo Ishii
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Teruo Ishii. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 45
Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Shiro Sano · Mayo Kawasaki · Kitaro · Kaoru Mizuki
Synopsis Gensen-Kan Inn (The Master of the Gensenkan Inn) (1993) is an anthology film inspired by the works of renowned manga artist Yoshiharu Tsuge. The central figure across all four segments is Tsube, an aspiring cartoonist. In the opening segment, Tsube...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Eiji Wakasugi · Masumi Tachibana · Teruo Yoshida · Mitsuko Aoi
Synopsis Shameless: Abnormal and Abusive Love (1969) delves into the harrowing tale of a Japanese woman who endures relentless abuse at the hands of her boyfriend, as he subjects her to repeated acts of sexual violence. The film explores the dark...
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Direction Teruo Ishii · Katsuhisa Yamada
Synopsis Kentauros no Densetsu (1987) centers around a thrilling tale of rivalry and passion set against the backdrop of the bustling port city of Yokohama. The narrative revolves around the Kentauros, a formidable racing team comprising 93 skilled bikers, inspired by...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Naoki Sugiura · Kunie Tanaka · Hiroko Sakuramachi
Synopsis Abashiri Prison: Saga of Homesickness (1965) follows the journey of Shinichi, who comes back to his hometown to pay his respects at his mother's grave. Upon his return, he discovers the chaos and disorder that his past irresponsible actions have...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Tetsurô Tanba · Naoki Sugiura · Shinjiro Ebara
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Kunie Tanaka · Reiko Ohara · Teruo Yoshida
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Direction Koreyoshi Akasaka · Teruo Ishii · Akira Mitsuwa
Cast Ken Utsui · Junko Ikeuchi · Minoru Takada · Makoto Abe
Synopsis Evil Brain from Outer Space (TV) (1965) follows the chilling tale of a colossal, malevolent extraterrestrial intellect that orchestrates a galactic invasion, dispatching its henchmen to subjugate the cosmos. This sinister entity unleashes grotesque creatures upon Earth, which disseminate lethal...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Masako Arisawa · Teruo Yoshida · Kemi Ichiboshi · Mari Iwai
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Kanjuro Arashi · Kunie Tanaka · Toru Abe
Synopsis Abashiri Prison: Northern Seacoast Story (1965) follows the journey of an inmate named Takakura who is released from prison and secures a position driving a truck through the harsh, snowy landscapes of Hokkaido.
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Teruo Yoshida · Shigeru Amachi · Yôko Mihara · Mako Sanjô
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Mutsumi Fujita · Hisayoshi Hirayama · Michiko Maeda · Yôko Satomi
Synopsis Japanese Hell (1999) is a chaotic cult sensation helmed by Teruo Ishii, a Japanese auteur renowned for his provocative and boundary-pushing films. The narrative follows Rika, a 16-year-old girl who seeks to escape from a deadly cult. However, her attempts...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Rin'ichi Yamamoto · Hayato Tani · Junko Miyazono
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Kanjuro Arashi · Kunie Tanaka · Nenji Kobayashi
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Kunie Tanaka · Yôko Mihara · Tôru Yuri
Synopsis Abashiri Prison: Duel in the South (1966) follows Shinichi Tachibana, portrayed by Ken Takakura, and his companion, played by Kunie Tanaka, as they encounter a young pickpocket.
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Utsui · Akemi Tsukushi · Yôko Mihara · Shigeru Ogura
Synopsis Flesh Pier (1958) delves into the shadowy underbelly of Tokyo, where the vibrant neon lights conceal a realm of forbidden desires. The narrative unfolds as a group of individuals become entangled in a web of illicit activities, revealing the darker...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ryutaro Otomo · Bunta Sugawara · Minoru Oki · Hiroshi Miyauchi
Synopsis Yakuza's Law: Yakuza Keibatsushi: Rinchi (1969) is a notoriously intense and uncompromising Japanese gangster film that delves into the harsh realities of the Yakuza underworld. Through three gripping narratives, the movie explores the rigid codes and severe consequences that govern...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Ken Takakura · Nana Kinomi · Bunta Sugawara · Eiji Gô
Synopsis Great Jailbreak (1975) follows a daring group of inmates as they meticulously plan and execute a daring escape from the notorious Abashiri Prison. The film delves into the intricate strategies and challenges faced by the prisoners as they strive for...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Sonny Chiba · Kôji Hio · Yôko Mihara · Harumi Sone
Synopsis All Rascals (1962) follows Ishihama as he meticulously plans a daring casino heist, enlisting the help of his wife and mother-in-law. Their scheme takes an unexpected turn when they cross paths with Tsuneda, who has his own plans for the...
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Direction Teruo Ishii
Cast Teruo Yoshida · Masumi Tachibana · Asao Koike · Yumiko Katayama
Synopsis Inferno of Torture (Hell's Tattooers) (1969) delves into the dark world of obsession with bondage and tattoos, set against the backdrop of a grim chapter in Japan's history. The film is a blend of violence, brothels, and the intricate art...
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