The Shogun's Vault
Originally released in 1964. The Shogun's Vault is a action/crime film. directed by Teruo Ishii.
Starring Hashizo Ōkawa, Chiezo Kataoka, and Yukiji Asaoka
Synopsis
Okawa Hashizo is 'Red Peony' Hanji who is thrown into a prison cell where he gets involved in a plot to steal government gold from the Shogun's vault. A tough fighter, he has to show his ability in order to keep from getting himself killed by the prisoners, too. Co-starring some of the biggest name in movies at the time, including Kataoka Chiezo and Tanba Tetsuro this film is loaded with surprises. From the opening moments when prisoners carry out their own form of justice, killing a crooked ex-constable, it is clear that this is the work of a visionary filmmaker.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 13, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 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 The Shogun's Vault about?
Okawa Hashizo is 'Red Peony' Hanji who is thrown into a prison cell where he gets involved in a plot to steal government gold from the Shogun's vault. A tough fighter, he has to show his ability in...
Who directed The Shogun's Vault?
The Shogun's Vault was directed by Teruo Ishii.
How long is The Shogun's Vault?
The Shogun's Vault has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Shogun's Vault released?
The Shogun's Vault was released on August 13, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Shogun's Vault?
The main cast of The Shogun's Vault includes Hashizo Ōkawa, Chiezo Kataoka, Yukiji Asaoka, Tetsuro Tamba, Naoki Sugiura.