Masahiro Makino Movies

Tokizо, the boss of the Tenmaru-gumi group, assists Kikujiro, a traveler on the run. At this time, a tender is being held to conclude a...

The purple hood reveals the embezzlement of public money by officials. A remake of Masahiro Makino's 1923 film.

Wandering swordsman Kanbei, parading through town with a sign that reads "Seeking fights, selling my life cheap." One day, he receives a request from...

Story about a big boss who built the foundation of an industrial city.

A sentimental tale of the filial love between shogun Iemitsu (matinee idol Hasegawa) and his loyal old retainer Hikoza (comedian Roppa, playing...

Jirocho the gambler hits the road.

The tale of Nakayama Yasubei’s duel is famous, even if he in reality probably did not cut down 18 opponents. The story has been related in...

The rise of the famed gambler.

The continuing adventures of the Jirocho gang.

Adventures of famous yakuza boss Jirocho and his disciples who settle in Kofu.

1948 adaptation of Golden Devil, part 2

Yakuza drama with Meiko Kaji directed by Masahiro Makino

From the late 1500's through the founding of the Tokugawa Shogunate many battles were fought as the great warlords vied for power over the nation....

Tossing his hat in the air to pick a direction, Yataro the wanderer sets out on a journey of adventure, not knowing what tomorrow may bring. The son...

Sozenji Baba is a 1928 black and white Japanese silent film directed by Masahiro Makino. It is an ambitious film in which Makino deals with the...