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Tadashi Sawashima's Theater of Life Collection

Collection
3 Movies1963 - 1964

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

Movies in this Collection

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1
Life of Hishakaku
Mar 16, 1963

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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2
Life of Hishakaku 2
May 25, 1963

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
Mar 1, 1964

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

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