Red Angel
Originally released in 1966. Red Angel is a war/drama film. directed by Yasuzō Masumura.
Starring Ayako Wakao, Shinsuke Ashida, and Yūsuke Kawazu
Synopsis
In 1939, Sakura Nishi is a young army nurse who is sent to the field hospitals in China during the Sino-Japanese war. She has to assist the surgeon Dr. Okabe with an incredible number of amputations. In the crowded wards, she gives sympathy to some of the soldiers, including sexually servicing one who has lost both arms and has no hope of returning home. She falls in love with Dr. Okabe, and follows him to the front, even though he is impotent from his morphine addiction.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (62 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ayako Wakao
as Nurse Sakura Nishi
Shinsuke Ashida
as Dr. Okabe
Yūsuke Kawazu
as Pvt. Orihara
Ranko Akagi
as Head Nurse Iwashima
Jōtarō Senba
as Private Sakamoto
Daihachi Kita
as Pvt. Nogami
Jun Osanai
as Special Duty Sergeant Major
Daigo Inoue
as Advance Guard Company's Fifth Chief
Ayako Ikegami
as Nurse Tsurusaki
Takashi Nakamura
as Head of infantry
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Daiei Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Angel about?
In 1939, Sakura Nishi is a young army nurse who is sent to the field hospitals in China during the Sino-Japanese war. She has to assist the surgeon Dr. Okabe with an incredible number of amputation...
Who directed Red Angel?
Red Angel was directed by Yasuzō Masumura.
How long is Red Angel?
Red Angel has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Red Angel released?
Red Angel was released on October 1, 1966 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Red Angel?
The main cast of Red Angel includes Ayako Wakao, Shinsuke Ashida, Yūsuke Kawazu, Ranko Akagi, Jōtarō Senba.