Originally released as Jigokumen, Gate of Hell was one of the most popular Japanese imports of the 1954-55 American film season. Set in 12th-century feudal Japan, the film stars Kazuo Hasegawa as Moritoh, a samurai whose courage in defending his ruler is to be rewarded with anything he desires. He desires the beautiful, aristocratic Lady Kesa Machiko Kyo who happens to be already married to another samurai, Wataru (Isao Yamagata). Moritoh attempts to persuade Kesa to leave her husband but her devotion is unshakeable. The ...
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Originally released as Jigokumen, Gate of Hell was one of the most popular Japanese imports of the 1954-55 American film season. Set in 12th-century feudal Japan, the film stars Kazuo Hasegawa as Moritoh, a samurai whose courage in defending his ruler is to be rewarded with anything he desires. He desires the beautiful, aristocratic Lady Kesa Machiko Kyo who happens to be already married to another samurai, Wataru (Isao Yamagata). Moritoh attempts to persuade Kesa to leave her husband but her devotion is unshakeable. The winner of two Academy Awards and a Cannes grand prize, Gate of Hell is perhaps the most dazzling example of Japanese color photography of the 1950s. The film was based on a well-known play by Kan Kikuchi. Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Good. May have very light or no surface scratches. Case and artwork are included but may show minimal signs of wear. If applicable: Digital copy or ultraviolet codes may be expired or not included.
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Kazuo Hasegawa, Machiko Kyo, Yataro Kurokawa. Very good. 2013 Run time: 89. Case is scratched but disc is in perfect condition. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed!
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Yataro Kurokawa, Machiko Kyo, Kazuo Hasegawa. New. 1953 Run time: 89. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed! Delivery Confirmation included for all orders in the US.
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Yataro Kurokawa, Machiko Kyo, Kazuo Hasegawa. New. 1953 Run time: 89. Buy with confidence-Satisfaction Guaranteed! Delivery Confirmation included for all orders in the US.