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Passion Fire

December 10, 1952 1h 49m

Originally released in 1952. Passion Fire is a drama film. directed by Hideo Ōba.

Starring Masao Wakahara, Michiyo Kogure, and Hizuru Takachiho

Synopsis

The time was the first year of Keio (1865). Upon hearing the news that the Imperial Army was approaching Hida Takayama, the district head Shimizu Uzen fled to Edo. Local officials like Yoshida Bunsuke and Yoshizumi Hironoshin showed their allegiance by welcoming them. The commander at the time, Umemura Hayami, was a former member of the Tengu Party and had previously been pursued in the town. He took refuge in a restaurant named Kabuya, and owing to a tip-off from a woman named Oraku, he was almost captured for her lover, Yoshizumi. Oraku and Yoshizumi probably feared revenge from that previous encounter, but Umemura had come back to Hida because he couldn't forget Oraku.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 10, 1952 73 years ago
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Runtime 1h 49m 109 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Shochiku

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Passion Fire about?

The time was the first year of Keio (1865). Upon hearing the news that the Imperial Army was approaching Hida Takayama, the district head Shimizu Uzen fled to Edo. Local officials like Yoshida Buns...

Who directed Passion Fire?

Passion Fire was directed by Hideo Ōba.

How long is Passion Fire?

Passion Fire has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).

When was Passion Fire released?

Passion Fire was released on December 10, 1952 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Passion Fire?

The main cast of Passion Fire includes Masao Wakahara, Michiyo Kogure, Hizuru Takachiho, So Yamamura, Minoru Ōki.