Haruo Tanaka

Amidst the chaos of war-torn Japan, the ‘Bahansen’ pirate ships found greater liberty on the open waters of the Seto Inland Sea during the Sengoku period. These vessels, sailing under…

Set in the vibrant yet gritty red-light district of Tokyo, this 1956 film delves into the lives of women working in a brothel, each grappling with personal struggles and societal…

Mr. Watanabe suddenly finds that he has terminal cancer. He vows to make his final days meaningful. His attempts to communicate his anguish to his son and daughter-in-law lead only to heartbreak. Finally, inspired by an unselfish co-worker, he turns his efforts to bringing happiness to others by building a playground in a dreary slum neighborhood. When the park is finally completed, he is able to face death with peaceful acceptance.