The Forbidden Castle
Originally released in 1959. The Forbidden Castle is a drama film. directed by Yasushi Sasaki.
Starring Kinnosuke Nakamura, Keiko Okawa, and Satomi Oka
Synopsis
From an original story by Shibata Renzaburo, the novelist who created such classics as: the "Nemuri Kyoshiro" series (Son of the Black Mass), "Destiny’s Son" etc. comes the complex story exploring the mystery behind why Ino Morimasa betrayed his sworn brother Ishida Mitsunari, thus leading to the defeat of the Toyotomi at the Battle of Sekigahara. Starring Nakamura Kinnosuke in one of the strongest performances of his career as Ino's estranged son seeking justice. Originally known as "The Forbidden Castle".
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 24, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toei Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Forbidden Castle about?
From an original story by Shibata Renzaburo, the novelist who created such classics as: the "Nemuri Kyoshiro" series (Son of the Black Mass), "Destiny’s Son" etc. comes the complex story explorin...
Who directed The Forbidden Castle?
The Forbidden Castle was directed by Yasushi Sasaki.
How long is The Forbidden Castle?
The Forbidden Castle has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Forbidden Castle released?
The Forbidden Castle was released on February 24, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Forbidden Castle?
The main cast of The Forbidden Castle includes Kinnosuke Nakamura, Keiko Okawa, Satomi Oka, Hiroko Sakuramachi, Motoharu Ueki.