Tatsuo Matsumura Movie Trailers
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Harakiri Trailer (1962)
15 September 1962
Down-on-his-luck veteran Tsugumo Hanshirō enters the courtyard of the prosperous House of Iyi. Unemployed, and with no family, he hopes to find a place to commit seppuku—and a worthy second to deliver the coup de grâce in his suicide ritual.
King Kong vs. Godzilla Trailer (1962)
11 August 1962
The advertising director of Pacific Pharmaceuticals, frustrated with the low ratings of their sponsored TV program, seeks a more sensationalist approach.
The Seven Chefs Trailer (1997)
15 January 1997
Traveling chef Ryuji is called back to Tokyo to help save his late teacher’s restaurant. With the help of his close friend Kinu, Ryuji must complete the training of Wataru — the apprentice chosen by his late teacher to become the next master chef — in the art of culinary excellence and running a successful business.
Shichinin no keiji Trailer (1963)
27 January 1963
Miyoko Sekiguchi, who works at a second-rate trading company, and car mechanic Koji Fukumoto are in love.
Samurai Rebellion Trailer (1967)
27 May 1967
The mother of a feudal lord's only heir is kidnapped by the lord. Her husband and his samurai father must decide whether to accept the unjust decision, or risk death to rescue her.
High School Juniors (Part II) Trailer (1964)
22 August 1964
A story full of youthful vigor and spirit as high school students try to work out their problems, realize the awakening of love and growing maturity and find fun and happiness in helping others.
Dodes'ka-den Trailer (1970)
31 October 1970
On a Tokyo dump’s shantytown edge, interwoven vignettes follow residents scraping by: a boy who “drives” an imaginary trolley, a homeless father and son designing a dream house, a young woman brutalized at home, drunks, schemers, and saints of small kindnesses.
King Kong vs. Godzilla Trailer (1963)
26 June 1963
When an underhanded pharmaceutical company goes to a remote tropical island to steal King Kong for advertising purposes, they get more than they bargained for when the gigantic ape attacks an unsuspecting village and an enormous octopus.
The Donkey Comes on a Tank Trailer (1964)
26 December 1964
Sabu was once a boy soldier but people in his village disliked him. He finally broke loose when his land was taken.
After the Rain Trailer (2000)
22 January 2000
A group of travelers is stranded in a small country inn when the river floods during heavy rains. As the bad weather continues, tensions rise amongst the trapped travelers.
Police Precinct Part 12 Trailer (1960)
27 January 1960
In a corner of a warehouse at Shiodome Station, a alumni trunk, is found with the terrible smell of decay.
Blood on the Sea Trailer (1961)
13 August 1961
Four fishermen friends are caught up in a piracy plot.
The Last Judgment Trailer (1965)
16 May 1965
Driven by greed and a desire for his cousin's wife, Jiro orchestrates a complex frame-up to have his cousin arrested for murder.
47 Ronin Trailer (1994)
22 October 1994
Kon Ichikawa's retelling of the classic true story of Samurai honor. When a young clan lord is forced to commit seppuku (ritual suicide), his loyal followers (now Ronin, masterless Samurai) dedicate their lives to avenging his death.
Aces Wild Trailer (1961)
09 January 1961
Keisuke Morita, a man with dark glasses standing on the Shibaura pier, a descendant of an illegitimate descendant left behind in Osaka and a brother of the Otorigumi, returned from South America for the first time in 15 years.
Chikuhō no kodomotachi Trailer (1960)
13 November 1960
A drama film based on Ken Domon's photography of the children around the Chikuho coal mines.
Broken Swords Trailer (1969)
30 May 1969
The tragic, yet exciting story of the friendship between Nakayama Yasubei, a member of the 47 Ronin, and Tange Tenzen, a relative by marriage of the vile Lord Kira.
My Sons Trailer (1991)
12 October 1991
Tetsuo is a young man living in Tokyo, who falls in love with a deaf-mute factory girl. He has always felt jealous of his college-educated brother, but ultimately wins both the girl and his father's acceptance and support in a touching and refreshing way.
Madadayo Trailer (1993)
17 April 1993
In postwar Tokyo, beloved writer-professor Hyakken Uchida retires and is buoyed through hardship by the fierce devotion of his former students, who honor him each year with a raucous “Not yet!” birthday toast.
Ganryujima: Kojiro and Musashi Trailer (1992)
01 January 1992
In the 16th Year of Keityo (1611), the lord of Ogura Castle in Kyushu admitted Sasaki Kojiro's because of his great sword techniques.
The Human Vapor Trailer (1960)
11 December 1960
A failed science experiment gives a librarian the ability to turn into a gaseous substance. He goes on to rob banks to fund his dancer girlfriend's career, killing those who interfere.
Organized Violence Trailer (1967)
25 February 1967
A war breaks out on the streets between rivaling Yakuza clans.
The Elegant Life of Mr. Everyman Trailer (1963)
16 November 1963
An intoxicated man promises two magazine editors that he will write a masterpiece. Once he sobers up, he commits to his promise and writes a story based on his life.
Kokkai e ikô! Trailer (1993)
01 May 1993
A close look at the inner workings of Japan's political underbelly.
Cross-Currents Trailer (1972)
09 September 1972
A ryokan maid is on trial for pushing a familiar guest off a cliff to his death. An eager attorney offers to take the case to gain notoriety.
Island of Hell Trailer (1977)
27 August 1977
A scruffy detective investigates the murders of three sisters on a small Japanese island in 1946.
Fugitive Scoundrel Trailer (1970)
03 October 1970
Gokudo goes politics. Gray-haired Bin Amatsu has Wakayama assist a politician, meaning trashing the opponent.
War and Youth Trailer (1991)
01 April 1991
An auto repairman's daughter questions him about what happened to her aunt during the war, but the father remains reticent.
I, the Executioner Trailer (1968)
13 April 1968
Police detectives investigate the link between a serial killer's machinations and a teenage boy who committed suicide.
Heavenly Gods in Front of the Train Station Trailer (1964)
31 October 1964
The 10th "Ekimae" feature.
Tora-san's Shattered Romance Trailer (1971)
15 January 1971
Torajiro becomes homesick during his travels after watching a television report about his hometown and meeting a young woman that reminds him of his sister Sakura.
The Big Boss Trailer (1963)
12 April 1963
A shooting incident occurs at the Asahina family gambling hall in Tokyo's Joto district. It is the work of Gaijin boss Brown and his henchman Yamaoka, whose territory is in the Jonan district, in response to Kikuya, the head of the Asahina family, refusing to join the Syndicate.
Hidden Fangs Trailer (1961)
08 February 1961
Set in a juvenile detention center and depicted with a documentary touch.
It Is a Long Walk Trailer (2000)
15 September 2000
Screen icon Sayuri Yoshinaga stars in this historical melodrama about geishas in the southern city of Nagasaki set during the 1920s.
The Maid Story Trailer (1963)
16 June 1963
Nine maids serve the household of a writer and his wife. The couple treat their maids like daughters and marry them off to eligible men.
Tora-san's Dream-Come-True Trailer (1972)
29 December 1972
When Tora-san returns to visit his family, he is surprised to find an arrogant professor occupying his room.
Foster Daddy, Tora! Trailer (1980)
27 December 1980
After a friend and business colleague dies, Tora-san visits the man's daughter, then takes her to Tokyo so she can study for a night school exam.
Assignment Dragon No. 3 Trailer (1967)
03 January 1967
In late 1940 the Japanese were anxious to conclude peace in China and to that end sent Colonel Hidaka to inaugurate negotiations.
The Lovable Tramp Trailer (1966)
12 November 1966
Saotome is a white-collar worker on the brink of a burnout who one day strikes up a friendship with Gen, a boorish drifter who approaches life one day at a time.
Bakeneko: A Vengeful Spirit Trailer (1968)
12 July 1968
Nabeshima Naoshige murders his lord, Ryuzoji Takafusa, seeking to gain power and steal his Lord’s wife.
My Hobo Trailer (1962)
23 November 1962
Story of a resourceful hobo (Kobayashi), a con woman (Takamine) who pretends to be a victim of the Nagasaki A-bomb, and two orphaned children who become a most atypical Japanese family.
Xiongmao Monogatari TaoTao Trailer (1981)
27 December 1981
The Story of Panda – Taotao, directed by Shuichi Nakahara and Tatsuo Shimamura, was the first animation produced as a Chinese-Japanese joint venture.
Tora-san, the Go-Between Trailer (1985)
03 August 1985
In Nagasaki, Tora-san and an acquaintance help an old woman who has fallen and injured herself. She invites them to her home where the three share a night of eating and drinking.
Tora-san Goes Religious? Trailer (1983)
28 December 1983
Tora-san visits brother-in-law Hiroshi's hometown to attend a memorial service for his late father. When the local temple priest becomes intoxicated, Tora-san wearing the priest's robe delivers the memorial speech, much to his family's surprise.
The Political Game Trailer (1989)
03 May 1989
This is James Miki's first directorial work, and he is also the original writer and scriptwriter. Noritaka Sakamoto was in charge of photography, and Kentaro Haneda was in charge of music direction.
Tora-san's Lovesick Trailer (1974)
10 August 1974
After Torajiro's latest attempt to find a bride goes awry, he starts traveling again and runs into Utako (last seen in Tora-san's Dear Old Home), now a widow.
Karate Cop 2 Trailer (1983)
02 July 1983
Karate expert Katayama (Takeda) investigates the robbery of a bank in Hokkaido, where an apple seed left at the scene holds the answer to the robbers' whereabouts.
Between Calmness and Passion Trailer (2001)
10 November 2001
An appassionato art student and a dispassionate college girl make a vow, saying they would meet each other again in the Florence Cathedral after 10 years.