Teinosuke Kinugasa
Director
Gate of Hell (1953)
Japan, 1159. Moritō, a brave samurai, performs a heroic act by rescuing the lovely Kesa during a violent uprising. Moritō falls in love with her, but becomes distraught when he finds out that she is married.
Genres: Drama, History, Romance
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Watch Providers: Criterion Channel
Production Companies: Daiei Motion Picture Co., Ltd.
Country: Japan
Production Country:
Japan
Languages:
Japanese
Recommendations
Runtime: 86 min.
Released: Oct. 30, 1953
Digital Release: Dec. 3, 2012
Status: Released
Certification: NR / 7+