Red Angel
Watch TrailerIn 1939, Sakura Nishi is a young army nurse who is sent to the field hospitals in China during the Sino-Japanese war. She has to assist the surgeon Dr. Okabe with an incredible number of amputations. In the crowded wards, she gives sympathy to some of the soldiers, including sexually servicing one who has lost both arms and has no hope of returning home. She falls in love with Dr. Okabe, and follows him to the front, even though he is impotent from his morphine addiction.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 赤い天使 |
| Year | 1966 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | War, Drama, Romance |
| Director | Yasuzō Masumura |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.6/10 (64 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
"Красный ангел" (1966) is romantic cinema that dares to be tender while staying honest.
If you don't mind spending an evening with a love story free of cynicism — this is your pick.
For viewers who want something warm and heartfelt for an evening.
Director: Yasuzō Masumura
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: rainy evening, hot tea, a comfortable couch.
🎭 Cast
Ayako Wakao
Nurse Sakura Nishi
Shinsuke Ashida
Dr. Okabe
Yūsuke Kawazu
Pvt. Orihara
Ranko Akagi
Head Nurse Iwashima
Jōtarō Senba
Private Sakamoto
Daihachi Kita
Pvt. Nogami
Jun Osanai
Special Duty Sergeant Major
Daigo Inoue
Advance Guard Company's Fifth Chief
Ayako Ikegami
Nurse Tsurusaki
Takashi Nakamura
Head of infantry
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