Three Resurrected Drunkards 1968
Dive into Nagisa Ōshima's sharp-edged drama-comedy *Three Resurrected Drunkards (1968)*, a film that blends biting social commentary with dark humor.
Director: Nagisa Ōshima
Cast
Kazuhiko Kato
Onoppo 'The big one'
Osamu Kitayama
Chu-noppo 'the small one'
Norihiko Hashida
Chibi, 'The smallest one'
Kei Satō
Y Chong - iru
Cha Dei-dang
Kim Fhua
Fumio Watanabe
Dokumushi
Mako Midori
Nechan
Hōsei Komatsu
Fisherman
Taiji Tonoyama
Old man
Masao Adachi
Policeman
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Three Resurrected Drunkards (1968) about?
When three students on holiday are mistaken for Korean minorities—a group facing discrimination in Japan—their carefree trip spirals into a crime story. What starts as a misunderstanding quickly escalates, forcing them to confront the ugly realities of prejudice. Ōshima's film turns a simple mix-up into a sharp exploration of identity and justice.
Who directed Three Resurrected Drunkards?
Nagisa Ōshima, the visionary filmmaker behind *In the Realm of the Senses*, helmed this bold and provocative drama-comedy.
Who stars in Three Resurrected Drunkards?
The film features Kazuhiko Kato, Osamu Kitayama, and Norihiko Hashida in the lead roles, supported by Kei Satō and Fumio Watanabe.
Is Three Resurrected Drunkards (1968) worth watching?
With its genre-blending approach and fearless social commentary, *Three Resurrected Drunkards* is a standout in Nagisa Ōshima's filmography. Fans of 1960s Japanese cinema, crime dramas, or sharp satires will find plenty to appreciate—even if the runtime is brief.
How long is Three Resurrected Drunkards?
The film runs for 80 minutes.
About Three Resurrected Drunkards (1968) — A crime-drama twist on mistaken identity and societal bias
Dive into Nagisa Ōshima's sharp-edged drama-comedy *Three Resurrected Drunkards (1968)*, a film that blends biting social commentary with dark humor. The story follows three students enjoying a seaside holiday when a case of mistaken identity thrusts them into a tangled crime narrative, exposing the prejudices lurking beneath Japan's surface. With its razor-sharp critique of xenophobia and societal hypocrisy, Ōshima crafts a tense yet playful atmosphere, where reality and absurdity collide. The trio's journey becomes a mirror reflecting the era's tensions, all while keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.
Kazuhiko Kato, Osamu Kitayama, and Norihiko Hashida lead the charge as the unwitting protagonists caught in a web of deception and peril. The film's compact 80-minute runtime packs a punch, balancing moments of levity with the gravity of its themes. Whether you're drawn to its historical context or its genre-blending audacity, *Three Resurrected Drunkards* offers a cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
