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Man Who Causes a Storm (1957)

6.7 | Dec 28, 1957 (JP) | Drama | 01:40

Shoichi Kokubun (Yujiro Ishihara) is a roughneck street musician, who has a brother that is determined to propel him into stardom. In attempt to catch the attention of a popular jazz band, his brother appeals to their manager who has the power to make him a star. In a graphic portrayal of love, betrayal and success, Shoichi brews up a storm with a 'rat-a-tat-tat' on the drums.

Featured Crew

Screenplay, Director
Editor
Sound Recordist
Screenplay
Original Music Composer
Lighting Technician
Art Direction
Director of Photography
Producer

Cast

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Yūjirō Ishihara
Shoichi Kokubu
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Kyōji Aoyama
Eiji, Shoichi's brother
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Fukuko Sayo
Sadayo, Shoichi's mother
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Mie Kitahara
Miyako Fukushima
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Masumi Okada
Shinsuke, Miyako's brother
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Yumi Takano
Aiko, Miyako's mother
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Izumi Ashikawa
Midori Shima
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Zenji Yamada
Zenzo Shima
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Keiko Amaji
Tokiko Arima
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Mari Shiraki
Mary Oka, the dancer