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Gate of Hell

1953 · 86 min Drama History Romance
7.1 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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Original Title 地獄門
Year 1953
Country Japan
Genre Drama, History, Romance
Director Teinosuke Kinugasa
Runtime 86 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.1/10 (95 votes)

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This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.

Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.

For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.

Director: Teinosuke Kinugasa

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.

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