Personal Info
Birth date
1927-02-25 (98 Years)
Day of death
2000-08-06
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Yamagata, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
Also known as
-Masahiko Tanimura
Biography
We dont have a biography for Masahiko Tanimura
Filmography
Madadayo
7.3
Overview:
Based on the life of Hyakken Uchida, a Japanese author and academic. The film opens with Uchida resigning his job as a German professor at the onset of WWII. The story is told mostly in vignettes as he is cared for by former students in his old age.Dodes'ka-den
7
Overview:
This film follows the daily lives of a group of people barely scraping by in a slum on the outskirts of Tokyo. Yet as desperate as their circumstances are, each of them—the homeless father and son envisioning their dream house; the young woman abused by her uncle; the boy who imagines himself a trolley conductor—finds reasons to carry on.Prophecies of Nostradamus
6
Overview:
Professor Nishiyama, after studying and interpreting the prophecies of Nostradamus, realizes that the end of the world is at hand. Unfortunately, nobody listens to him until it is too late. As the effects of mankind's tampering of the earth - radioactive smog clouds, hideously mutated animals, destruction of the ozone layer - rage out of control, the world leaders hurtle blindly toward the final confrontation. The film sparked controversy in Japan and was subsequently pulled out of circulation, with no official video release of the uncut film.Outlaw: Goro the Assassin
6.6
Overview:
On a cold winter day, Goro Fujikawa (Tetsuya Watari) and Masahiko murder the mob boss of Meishin-Kai. The deed costs them time in prison, but Goro had no shred of regret. When Goro is released 2 years later, Masahiko is dying in prison hospital and entrusts his last wish; "find my sister and take care of her." Goro leaves as a free man with a mission, but soon finds that he might have been better off in jail.Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather
6.3
Overview:
Onimasa is the egocentric boss of a small yakuza clan on Shikoku Island, whose criminal duties conflict with his self-image as a chivalrous samurai. His struggles with his boss, the Shikoku Godfather, and the tumultuous life of his adopted daughter, Matsue, form the backdrop of this epic tale of justice, obedience, and bloody vengeance.The Rough One
NYR
Overview:
A tale of wannabe yakuza youths. When not cooking up scams with his buddies, Zenkichi develops a crush on Taro's disgusted sister, Miki. But soon the young hoods run afoul of their underworld idols when they rob the wrong gang, led by brutal boss Konno. When Zenkichi's pals start to bite the dust, he hooks up with a more traditional yakuza, Tetsugoro, to retaliate.Flower and Dragon
10
Overview:
Kingoro Tamai moves with his wife and son to the port city of Wakamatsu. He organizes the Tamai-gumi, a stevedore group, to vie for work with two other powerful groups. Gingo is Tamai's chief rival who falls in love with the latter's wife and tries to kill Tamai.Miyamoto Musashi
7.1
Overview:
In Part I we see the young would-be swordsman setting out to achieve greatness in war, achieving nothing because fighting on the losing side, & then beginning his long period of wandering & training, with the goal always in mind of his duel with Kojiro. Part II builds toward that great duel on Ganryu Island, with considerable focus on Musashi's planning & forethought as to how to gain an advantage.The School Cap
NYR
Overview:
A Tokyo student transfers to a rural school and finds it difficult to adjust himself to its customs and traditions. One of the customs is the wearing of an old school cap by a senior. It is a symbol of courage and bravery and is handed down to a new senior each year.The Files of Young Kindaichi: Snow Yaksha Legend Murder Case
8
Overview:
Hajime Kindaichi is working a part time job as an assistant to a TV station for the filming of a shock show. They have invited celebrities in Segori Village and are planning to scare them by playing pranks on them such as fake deaths. However, a threatening letter arrives and soon, a real murder occurs broadcasted in front of everyone.Professional Killers
7.5
Overview:
Two assassins are hired to carry out a hit on the second wife of a candle merchant, but someone is watching...Velvet Hustler
6.3
Overview:
A young yakuza hitman named Goro does a job and needs to hideout away from Tokyo for a while. He hangs out with loose women and hard men and always manages to stay one step ahead of the law. In his exile, he comes under suspicion for a murder and meets the girlfriend of the murdered man. They develop a strange bond while unbeknown to Goro, another hitman is after him for the job he did in Tokyo.Outlaw Cop
5.333
Overview:
A bad cop is engaged in a violent chase to catch a yakuza boss. In his absence his wife runs away with another man, who turns out to be the very same man that her husband is hunting. Once he discovers this, he loses his nerve and turns in his badge. But the chase turns into a personal vendetta where the ex-cop plans to wipe out the entire gang.Ryuji's Journey: The Crest of Man
NYR
Overview:
The new head of a powerful family faces danger from an evil rival out for blood.The Blossom and the Sword
7
Overview:
Tai Kato’s early 20th century set yakuza epic about an ordinary merchant girl (Hiroko Maki) who crosses paths with an assassin (Tetsuya Watari). The encounter sends her to jail as a suspected accomplice. Years later she marries a yakuza boss, whose gang is affiliated with working class people.Leave My Girl Alone
6
Overview:
Hitomi, a former orphan who is trying to leave behind her delinquent ways, one day agrees to tutor a wealthy young boy who has just become an orphan himself…Tora-san's Pure Love
8.5
Overview:
When Tora-san's infatuation with his nephew's school teacher causes family turmoil, he leaves on his travels again. When he returns, he falls in love with the teacher's mother.None But the Brave
6.4
Overview:
American and Japanese soldiers, stranded on a tiny Pacific island during World War II, must make a temporary truce and cooperate to survive various tribulations. Told through the eyes of the American and Japanese unit commanders, who must deal with an atmosphere of growing distrust and tension between their men.Truck Rascals: No One Can Stop Me
6
Overview:
The first of many movies featuring the lighthearted adventures of two truck drivers. Momojiro and his best friend Kinzo take to the road on their cargo trucks impressing each other with their skills in driving fast and evading the police while transporting commodities throughout the country. Chance encounters with people along the way help them to come to terms with events clouding their past and offer them a shot at redemption.Kigeki Toruko-buro Osho-sen
NYR
Overview:
A young man who aspires to become a big-shot businessman, finds himself in a twist of fate. Despite trying his hand at various jobs, success eludes him, and he unexpectedly ends up in Osaka's Shinimamiya district. With empty pockets, he stumbles upon an invitation to the 'Gokuraku Toruko' establishment, becoming a patron. Led by the enchanting Ibohachi, he becomes entangled with the charismatic hostesses, including the captivating Tama. This leads him to infiltrate Tama's apartment complex, Sakura-so. Within its walls reside a colorful cast of characters, from hostesses Chie, Akemi, Yukari, and Kayoko to the quirky parasites like Masao, Tetsuo, Arima, and more. Seeking a fresh start, He embarks on a journey as a 'parasite,' but things take unexpected turns...The Sucker's Blunt Dagger
NYR
Overview:
A man aspires to be a big boss but falls in love with a beautiful woman boss.Yukyo-retsuden
5
Overview:
A street vendor who eloped with his girlfriend and injured her brother loses her to illness, and now has to confront the brother and some dirty local yakuza.Acting
1995The Files of Young Kindaichi: Snow Yaksha Legend Murder Case as Unknown
1993Madadayo as Unknown
1991寝台特急出羽号 赤い爪痕の女 as Unknown
1986Leave My Girl Alone as Conductor
1985When Winter Comes as Unknown
1984The Unmarked Path as Stationmaster
1983L・O・V・I・N・G as Unknown
1983Battle Anthem as Unknown
1982Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather as Unknown
1981Flames of Blood as Unknown
1980Drive for the Future as Shipper
1977The Extravagant Cops as Liquor store proprietor
1976Tora-san's Pure Love as Unknown
1976Hangyaku no Tabi as Unknown
1976Outlaw Cop as Unknown
1975Truck Rascals: No One Can Stop Me as Flower Shop Owner
1974It's a Psychic, Gather Everyone! as Unknown
1974Prophecies of Nostradamus as Tayama
1973The Blossom and the Sword as Unknown
1973Miyamoto Musashi as Sasuke
1973Professional Killers as Yuya no shokunin
1973Toshigoro as Unknown
1973Flower and Dragon as Gen the Boxcars
1972Maruhi: Benten gokaichō as Unknown
1972Beyond the Rainbow as Captain
1972Cross-Currents as Unknown
1972祭りだお化けだ全員集合！！ as Unknown
1972Sword and Flower as Unknown
1972The Viper Brothers: Prison Gang 13 as Unknown
1971Tora-san's Love Call as Unknown
1971The Viper Brothers Rage Again as Unknown
1971Kigeki Toruko-buro Osho-sen as Unknown
1971Price of Life as Detective
1971The Viper Brothers as Unknown
1971The Sucker's Blunt Dagger as Unknown
1971Go As Messy As Messy Can Be as Principal
1970Dodes'ka-den as Mr. Sô
1970Tora-san's Runaway as Unknown
1970Spartan Education as Unknown
1970Yukyo-retsuden as Unknown
1970Duel at Fort Ezo as Unknown
1969We Sell It Because It Sells as Unknown
1969The Rough One as Matsuyoshi
1969前科・仮釈放 as Unknown
1968Outlaw: Goro the Assassin as Yosaku, a fish vendor
1968Duel in the Storm as Hokke-Masa
1967Velvet Hustler as Unknown
1967The Kanto Region Is Also Expanding as Unknown
1966The Black Gambler: Left Hand of the Devil as Unknown
1966The Dragon and the Tiger as Unknown
1965The Dragon of Macao as Unknown
1965Born Under Crossed Stars as Nakazô
1965The Rule for a Vagabond as Unknown
1965Inochi Shirazu no Rokudenashi as Unknown
1965Ryuji's Journey: The Crest of Man as Unknown
1965None But the Brave as Lead Pvt. Ando
1964Dai nippon kosodoro den as Unknown
1963The School Cap as Unknown
1963Young Master Yakuza: Edoite Goblin as Unknown
1962Umineko ga tonde as Unknown
1962Ōwarai Jiro chō ikka: Sanshita nitei kenjū as Unknown
1962Seinen no isu as Unknown
1961Travels of Gonkuro as Unknown
1961Zoku sararīman yajikita dōchū as Unknown
1961Sararīman yajikita dōchū as Unknown
1961Young Lord Yakuza as Unknown
1961Romance Express as Unknown
1960凸凹珍道中 as Unknown
1960弥次喜多珍道中 中仙道の巻 as Unknown
1960若社長と爆発娘 as Unknown
1959Kingorō no kaigun taishô as Unknown
1959Sazae-san, the Wayward Wife as Unknown
1959Sazae-san's Newlywed Family as Unknown
1959カックン超特急 as Unknown
1958金語楼の成金王 as Umakichi