Man in the Storm
Originally released in 1952. Man in the Storm is a drama film. directed by Kiyoshi Saeki. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Yaeko Mizutani, Hatae Kishi, and Kyōko Kagawa
Synopsis
Returning from wartime China, Keiichi reunites with his mother Inako and adopted sister Tomi. He becomes drawn to Tomi’s beauty, and his mother appears supportive. But Keiichi soon meets Tsuneko, a former wartime nurse who has borne his child. Faced with a summons to stand trial for wartime atrocities, he entrusts Tomi and his son to Inako, then voluntarily turns himself in—believing he must answer not just to Japan, but to the world’s conscience.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Yaeko Mizutani
as Keiichi's mother Ineko
Hatae Kishi
as Tsuneko Murasato
Kyōko Kagawa
as Tomi Tsuboi
Yōichi Numata
as Keiichi Ogata
Yasumi Hara
as Minoru Nagae
Tadashi Minamikawa
as Interpreter
Ryōhei Uchida
as Young Chinese man
Tsuneo Katagiri
as Chinese officer
Michiyo Naoki
as Nagae's wife Rie
Suzuko Oshima
as Young man's mother
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Man in the Storm about?
Returning from wartime China, Keiichi reunites with his mother Inako and adopted sister Tomi. He becomes drawn to Tomi’s beauty, and his mother appears supportive. But Keiichi soon meets Tsuneko,...
Who directed Man in the Storm?
Man in the Storm was directed by Kiyoshi Saeki.
How long is Man in the Storm?
Man in the Storm has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Man in the Storm released?
Man in the Storm was released on February 7, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Man in the Storm?
The main cast of Man in the Storm includes Yaeko Mizutani, Hatae Kishi, Kyōko Kagawa, Yōichi Numata, Yasumi Hara.