The Sleeping Beast Within
Originally released in 1960. The Sleeping Beast Within is a action/crime film. directed by Seijun Suzuki. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hiroyuki Nagato, Kazuko Yoshiyuki, and Shoichi Ozawa
Synopsis
A newspaper reporter's search for his girlfriend's missing father lead him into heart of the criminal underworld of Yokohama's Chinatown.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 9, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (12 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sleeping Beast Within about?
A newspaper reporter's search for his girlfriend's missing father lead him into heart of the criminal underworld of Yokohama's Chinatown.
Who directed The Sleeping Beast Within?
The Sleeping Beast Within was directed by Seijun Suzuki.
How long is The Sleeping Beast Within?
The Sleeping Beast Within has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Sleeping Beast Within released?
The Sleeping Beast Within was released on April 9, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sleeping Beast Within?
The main cast of The Sleeping Beast Within includes Hiroyuki Nagato, Kazuko Yoshiyuki, Shoichi Ozawa, Shinsuke Ashida, Hisano Yamaoka.