Satoru Ainoda
Directing
Known For
Junai Monogatari AKA Story of Pure Love is about two poor youths, Mitsuko and Kando, rebelling against society in various ways, who are desperately trying to be together despite tortuous circumstances. The film depicts their lives as thieves, menial laborers who can get little pay, society outcasts, and of course, lovers. Junai Monogatari depicts, mostly, their struggles within the Japanese reformatory system and Mitsuko's worsening sickness.
The Story of Pure Love
Sayuri, a young woman born to a simple life on a farm, moves to Tokyo to pursue a life long dream of becoming a singer. Through dance, music, and songs, this story shows how a girl raised on a farm was able to make her dream a reality, with the love of those around her.
With Songs in My Heart
A drama about relations between Japanese immigrants and the indigenous Ainu on Hokkaido, the most northerly island of Japan. From a novel by Taijun Takeda.
The Outsiders
Japanese drama film.
Beyond the Seasonal Wind
Fourth Moonlight Mask theatrical film.
Moonlight Mask: The Monster Gorilla
No description available.
Darling Escape
1960 Toei action film.
Challenge Beneath the Waves
No description available.
One Passed Through Hell
The third and final installment of Seven-Color Mask: Three Aces.
Seven-Color Mask: Three Ace - The Dancing Gold Demon
1961 Japanese movie
Daigaku buyū-den
The second installment of Seven-Color Mask: Three Aces.
Seven-Color Mask: Three Ace - Midday Kidnapping Order
The first installment of Seven-Color Mask: Three Aces.