Black Line 1960
Dive into the gritty world of 1960's Japan with Teruo Ishii's Black Line. This crime thriller follows freelance reporter Scoop Machida as he becomes embroiled in a prostitution ring called the Black Line.
Director: Teruo Ishii
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Line (1960) about?
Freelance reporter Scoop Machida becomes embroiled in a prostitution ring called the Black Line and must clear his name after being framed for murder.
Who directed Black Line?
Teruo Ishii brings his unique vision to this gripping crime thriller.
Who stars in Black Line?
Shigeru Amachi, Utako Mitsuya, and Yōko Mihara lead the cast in this classic crime drama.
Is Black Line (1960) worth watching?
With its complex characters, gripping storyline, and atmospheric setting, Black Line is a must-watch for fans of classic crime dramas, although its unrated IMDb status may deter some viewers.
How long is Black Line?
Black Line has a runtime of 80 minutes.
About Black Line (1960) — A Gripping Crime Thriller Set in 1960s Japan
Dive into the gritty world of 1960's Japan with Teruo Ishii's Black Line. This crime thriller follows freelance reporter Scoop Machida as he becomes embroiled in a prostitution ring called the Black Line. Framed for murder, Scoop must navigate the dark underbelly of the city, where drugs, prostitution, and murder lurk in every shadowy alleyway and seedy nightclubs. Along the way, he finds unexpected help in Maya, a steamy female gambler with a deep understanding of the city's neon-lit streets. With its complex characters, gripping storyline, and atmospheric setting, Black Line is a must-watch for fans of classic crime dramas. As Scoop delves deeper into the Black Line's rotten swamp, he uncovers a world of corruption and deceit that threatens to consume him whole. Will he be able to clear his name and bring the perpetrators to justice, or will he become the next victim of the Black Line's deadly game?
Directed by Teruo Ishii and starring Shigeru Amachi, Utako Mitsuya, and Yōko Mihara, Black Line is a crime classic that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.