
Drama about the difficult relationship between a former wrestler, his wife and their adopted children.
Directed by Hideo Gosha, Oar leans on a strong ensemble — Ken Ogata, Yukiyo Toake, Yūko Natori — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1985.
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