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The Big Boss

19591h 41mKihachi Okamoto
IMDb 6.9
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Ryuta and Mineo Komatsu are brothers, both yakuza (gangsters). Mineo, although complicit in crime, even murder, wants out of the gangster life, hoping to become a successful singer instead. Ryuta loves his brother, but Mineo's possible defection presents problems for the gang, and Ryuta realizes he must kill his brother if he wants to survive.

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What is The Big Boss (1959) about?

Ryuta and Mineo Komatsu are brothers, both yakuza (gangsters). Mineo, although complicit in crime, even murder, wants out of the gangster life, hoping to become a successful singer instead. Ryuta loves his brother, but Mineo's possible defection presents problems for the gang, and Ryuta realizes he must kill his brother if he wants to survive.

Who stars in The Big Boss?

The Big Boss stars Koji Tsuruta (Ryuta Komatsu), Seizaburō Kawazu, Akira Takarada (Mineo Komatsu), Mitsuko Kusabue (Rie), Keiko Yanagawa (Yoko). The film was directed by Kihachi Okamoto.

How long is The Big Boss?

The Big Boss has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1959.

Is The Big Boss worth watching?

The Big Boss holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. Fans of Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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