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Tattoo of Love

Tattoo of Love

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Status

Released

Release Date

Feb 10, 1963

Runtime

1h 30m

Original Title

いれずみ半太郎

Production Companies

Toei Company

Director

Masahiro Makino

Description

The great Okawa Hashizo, in one of his most powerful roles risks his life and limb to help save the lovely Onaka from a terrible lifestyle. Starting out as a down on his luck gambler, Hantaro refuses to accept punishment for running up a 10 ryo debt in a crooked dice game. Forced from his village he must go on the run and learn how to fend for himself. After 3 years on the road, his past finally catches up to him, when he gets spotted by a pair of gang members. The action heats up after he saves Onaka from committing suicide and the two find themselves battling all odds for survival. This is a serious film with a strong story and exciting sword action!