Shizuo Nakajo

Shizuo Nakajo

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Shizuo Nakajo

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The Shootist
Former policeman Matsushita Hiroshi is a professional marksman shootist. When his keen eye catches his target in the dry urban darkness, the hard, breathless action begins.
An Ode to Yakuza
Tatematsu Minoru, a yakuza belonging to the Ishikawa group that runs the Shinjuku area, has a beautiful sister named Akane. He dreams of sending her to college and turning her into a perfect young lady. He's extremely fond of Akane. His fondness for her goes beyond how he feels about his mistress, Kanae. And yet, Akane feels alone. Now, a new tutor comes into her life that seems to have taken a liking to her...
The Great Villains
Chief Forensics
Psychological action drama about the activities of a corrupt lawyer.
Fools at Work
Kimura
A comedy directed by Yasuzo Masumura starring Yunosuke Ito.
Black Report
After a businessman is murdered, an investigation identifies a suspect who is then put on trial for that crime.
Stolen Pleasure
Attorney Kobayashi
Based on the original novel by Tokuda Shusei, adapted by frequent Masumura scribe (and renowned director in his own right) Kaneto Shindo, this downbeat melodrama features a battle of women for the affections and commitment of the same man, a handsome car salesman. Masuko (Ayako Wakao) is the number one hostess at a cabaret, living with her lover, ... but finds out that he has a wife. When Masuko’s niece arrives the competition further ratchets up. (Also occasionally known in English as “Inflamation”)
The False Student
A youth drama set in a Japanese university which is home to a group of active, leftist students.
The Phantom Horse
Following the tragic death of his father, a young boy's family trains his horse to compete in the local derby.