Velvet Hustler
"Killing is easy; love is murder."
Originally released in 1967. Velvet Hustler is a action film. directed by Toshio Masuda.
Starring Tetsuya Watari, Ruriko Asaoka, and Kayo Matsuo
Synopsis
A young yakuza hitman named Goro does a job and needs to hideout away from Tokyo for a while. He hangs out with loose women and hard men and always manages to stay one step ahead of the law. In his exile, he comes under suspicion for a murder and meets the girlfriend of the murdered man. They develop a strange bond while unbeknown to Goro, another hitman is after him for the job he did in Tokyo.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 6, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Velvet Hustler about?
A young yakuza hitman named Goro does a job and needs to hideout away from Tokyo for a while. He hangs out with loose women and hard men and always manages to stay one step ahead of the law. In his...
Who directed Velvet Hustler?
Velvet Hustler was directed by Toshio Masuda.
How long is Velvet Hustler?
Velvet Hustler has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Velvet Hustler released?
Velvet Hustler was released on October 6, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Velvet Hustler?
The main cast of Velvet Hustler includes Tetsuya Watari, Ruriko Asaoka, Kayo Matsuo, Tatsuya Fuji, Ryotaro Sugi.