Hero of the Red Light District
Originally released in 1960. Hero of the Red Light District is a drama/history film. directed by Tomu Uchida.
Starring Chiezo Kataoka, Yoshie Mizutani, and Isao Kimura
Synopsis
A successful textile industrialist from the provinces, who is beloved by his employees for his kindness, cannot find a wife because of a disfiguring birthmark on his face. Even the courtesans in Yoshiwara refuse to entertain him, until an indentured peasant prostitute, Tamarazu, takes the unsavoury assignment and treats him with brash tenderness.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 3, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
8.6/10
Excellent (10 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hero of the Red Light District about?
A successful textile industrialist from the provinces, who is beloved by his employees for his kindness, cannot find a wife because of a disfiguring birthmark on his face. Even the courtesans in Yo...
Who directed Hero of the Red Light District?
Hero of the Red Light District was directed by Tomu Uchida.
How long is Hero of the Red Light District?
Hero of the Red Light District has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was Hero of the Red Light District released?
Hero of the Red Light District was released on September 3, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hero of the Red Light District?
The main cast of Hero of the Red Light District includes Chiezo Kataoka, Yoshie Mizutani, Isao Kimura, Minoru Chiaki, Shinobu Chihara.