Gonza the Spearman
"Straight to ruin! Victims of the law that binds them."
Originally released in 1986. Gonza the Spearman is a drama film. directed by Masahiro Shinoda. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Hiromi Go, Shōhei Hino, and Misako Tanaka
Synopsis
The tragic story of Gonza, a handsome ladies man, set in the Tokugawa Period, a time in which appearances are very important. Gonza competes with Bannojō for the honor to perform the tea ceremony to celebrate the birth of an heir to the lord of their clan. To see the sacred tea scrolls Gonza promises to marry the daughter of the family which possesses them, even though he is unofficially engaged to another. When studying the scrolls with Osai, the mother of the house, Bannojō sneaks into the house and steals their obis and runs through the town proclaiming the two as adulterers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 15, 1986
40 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (16 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- hyogensha
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gonza the Spearman about?
The tragic story of Gonza, a handsome ladies man, set in the Tokugawa Period, a time in which appearances are very important. Gonza competes with Bannojō for the honor to perform the tea ceremony ...
Who directed Gonza the Spearman?
Gonza the Spearman was directed by Masahiro Shinoda.
How long is Gonza the Spearman?
Gonza the Spearman has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was Gonza the Spearman released?
Gonza the Spearman was released on January 15, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gonza the Spearman?
The main cast of Gonza the Spearman includes Hiromi Go, Shōhei Hino, Misako Tanaka, Hideji Ōtaki, Takashi Tsumura.