Actor
Tōru Abe
A retired actor reflects on a career spanning four decades of Japanese cinema, uncovering the timeless power of performance as he confronts his legacy in a rapidly changing world.
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Biography
Tōru Abe was a Japanese film actor known for his extensive career in cinema, spanning over four decades. He appeared in more than 100 films between 1944 and 1985, establishing himself as a prominent figure in Japanese film. Abe's work contributed to the post-war Japanese film industry, and his long career reflects his versatility and dedication to the craft. While specific roles and film titles are not widely detailed, his presence in numerous films highlights his significance in the era's cinematic landscape.
Filmography · 193 of 193
Actor
193 credits
The Imperial Navy(1981)
Actor
Film
Moeru yusha(1981)
Sakae Oya
Film
Run, Truck Rascal, Run!(1979)
Actor
Film
Demon Pond(1979)
Leader of the Village Assembly
Film
Tarao Bannai(1978)
Koizumi
FilmKarate daisenso(1978)
Raizo Araki
Film
Tono Eijirô no Mito Kômon(1978)
Actor
Film
Ballad of Orin(1977)
Bessho
Film
Bôryoku kyôshitsu(1976)
Actor
Film
Cobra 2(1976)
Goda Buichi
Film
Cross the Rubicon!(1975)
Hada
Film
Mamushi to aodaishô(1975)
Akifumi Motomura
Film
Cops vs. Thugs(1975)
Actor
Film
Girl Boss: Crazy Ball Game(1974)
Sôtarô Tachibana - Yakuza Boss
Film
Blood(1974)
Toraichiro Yamaga
Film
Girl Boss: Diamond Showdown(1974)
Oshima Humio
Film
Lady Snowblood 2: Love Song of Vengeance(1974)
Terauchi Kendo
Film
The Blossom and the Sword(1973)
Tsuyoshi Kishimoto
Film
The Incident at Takanodai(1973)
Actor
Film
The Lustful Shogun and His 21 Concubines(1972)
Shogun's Minister
Film
Delinquent Boss: Alley Dog Commando(1972)
Actor
Film
Mushukunin mikogami no jôkichi: Kawakaze ni kako wa nagareta(1972)
Sukesaburo of Matsudo
Film
Mibôjin gorôshi no teio(1971)
Kuribayashi
Film
Boryukudan norikomû(1971)
Actor
Film
Yakuza deka: Kyofu no doku gasu(1971)
Furuya
Film
Gokuaku bozu - Nomu utsu kau(1971)
Actor
Film
Chivalrous Man: Junkyard of Life(1971)
Actor
Film
Aku oyabun tai daigashi(1971)
Actor
Film
Girl Boss Blues: Queen Bee's Counterattack(1971)
Akimoto,Yakuza Boss
Film
Zatoichi and the One-Armed Swordsman(1971)
Boss Toubei
Film
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