Yukio Yano
Also Known As: 矢野幸男
Biography: Biography not available
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Hokkaidō, Japan
Adult: No
Birthday: December 22, 1917
Age: 107 years old
Gender: Male
Deathday: May 17, 2006
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Heavenly Dragon
Overview: From the opening theme song to the grand finale, you know that you have found something special as this exciting movie stars the great Misora Hibari in one of her most memorable performances as she plays Shintaro and Oharu, a brother and sister, the children of a lumber dealer who had been murdered by the evil boss Kumagoro who plots to take over Shintaro's family business with the help of a corrupt deputy who has fooled the family into believing that he is on their side.
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Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1960-10-23
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The Rapacious Jailbreaker
Overview: Convicted of murder, Masayuki Ueda is sent to Hiroshima Prison along with his accomplice. But for a man like him, breaking out of prison is easy.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1974-12-07
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While Traveling
Overview: In this film, Hibari plays a dual role as brother and sister. The story involves a journey to Hanagasa for an incognito Lord (Kotaro Satomi) to overthrow an attempted usurpation of his domain, while being harassed by vassals of the usurper (Kensaku Hara). There's also a mysterious ronin played by Jushiro Konoe. The songs are seamlessly woven into the narrative and don't overwhelm the action. While the plot is derivative it is good example of its type and quite enjoyable. Note that there are some flashback sequences in black and white.
Genres: Adventure Music Drama Romance
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-10-27
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Girl Boss Revenge: Sukeban
Overview: The Kanto Gypsies, a tough girl gang, hide out from the law in the middle of a disputed gang territory, where they end up getting kidnapped by sinister underworld thugs. After breaking free, the girls set their sights on one thing: revenge. Miki Sugimoto stars as girl boss Komasa, the ruthless and sadistic leader of the Kanto Gypsies who possesses more than enough brains to match her killer looks.
Genres: Action Thriller Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1973-01-13
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Edokko Nagaya
Overview: 1962 Japanese movie
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1962-12-01
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Travels of Hibari and Chiemi 2
Overview: A princess seeks adventure and true love, with help from her loyal servant.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1963-01-09
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Company Buggers
Overview: Hiroshi, a small-time racketeer, makes a name for himself extorting vulnerable companies and their directors for financial gain.
Genres: Crime
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1975-08-09
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The Decisive Power of Aikido
Overview: It is about the life of Ueshiba - the founder of aikido. We can see how he decided to develop aikido and how he did it. We can see why he developed aikido and where he has learned martial arts.
Genres: History Action
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1975-11-22
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The Street Fighter
Overview: Takuma Tsurugi takes on the government, the police, the mafia and an international ring of kidnappers who aim to dispossess a beautiful young heiress of her millions.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1974-02-02
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Little Tengu
Overview: A story about a tomboy, Otoshi, who is good at singing, dancing and fencing.
Genres: Action Comedy Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1961-04-25
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The Protector
Overview: Mine, the only daughter of Kiyagen, is faced with running the family's timber business when her father falls ill. Under a great deal of pressure to continue the five generation long run of the business, Mine is put to the ultimate test when a former gangster sets his sights on closing her down.
Genres: Crime Drama
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1966-04-13
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映画村殺人事件
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Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: ja
Release Date: 1980-05-24
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