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      The Rickshaw Man

      Released May 3, 1960 1h 38m Comedy Drama List
      Reviews Matsugoro (Toshiro Mifune), a Japanese rickshaw driver, is hired by a couple to take their son, Toshio, back and forth to doctor appointments. The impoverished rickshaw driver builds a relationship with the family, but, when tragedy strikes, he must undertake a new role. After Toshio's father (Hiroshi Akutagawa) dies, Matsugoro helps Toshio and his mother, Yoshiko (Hideko Takamine), survive the difficult time. But he develops feelings for the widow despite their differing social positions. Read More Read Less

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      Ian Kane Epoch Times “The Rickshaw Man” is an emotionally charged film that gradually captivates viewers and maintains its intensity until its bittersweet conclusion. Rated: 4/5 May 1, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis Matsugoro (Toshiro Mifune), a Japanese rickshaw driver, is hired by a couple to take their son, Toshio, back and forth to doctor appointments. The impoverished rickshaw driver builds a relationship with the family, but, when tragedy strikes, he must undertake a new role. After Toshio's father (Hiroshi Akutagawa) dies, Matsugoro helps Toshio and his mother, Yoshiko (Hideko Takamine), survive the difficult time. But he develops feelings for the widow despite their differing social positions.
      Director
      Hiroshi Inagaki
      Screenwriter
      Hiroshi Inagaki, Mansaku Itami
      Production Co
      Toho Company
      Genre
      Comedy, Drama
      Original Language
      Japanese
      Release Date (Theaters)
      May 3, 1960, Original
      Runtime
      1h 38m