In Search of Mother 1962
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 83 minutes
- Director
- Tai Katō
- Network
- Toei Company
What is In Search of Mother?
In Search of Mother is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1962
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 83 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 14, 1962
- Studios
- Toei Company
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10
- Episode runtime
- ~83 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Toei Company
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In Search of Mother is a film first released in 1962. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Toei Company. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A yakuza hunts for his mother in Edo, risking everything to abandon his violent life.”
- Compelling quest for family in a historical setting
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse chase with rival gangsters
- Atmospheric depiction of Edo
- Short runtime may limit character development
- Genre focuses on drama and yakuza themes, which may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy moody period dramas about personal redemption and underworld intrigue.
The film includes gritty yakuza violence and tense chase scenes, making it appropriate for mature audiences.
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What drives the protagonist?
He is motivated to find his mother and leave his yakuza life behind.
When was the film released?
It premiered in Japan on January 14, 1962.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and twenty‑three minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama set in a historical period.
Is the story set in a specific location?
The narrative takes place in Edo, the historic name for Tokyo.
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