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.
Shoichi Kokubu
Eiji, Shoichi's brother
Sadayo, Shoichi's mother
Miyako Fukushima
Shinsuke, Miyako's brother
Aiko, Miyako's mother
Midori Shima
Zenzo Shima
Tokiko Arima
Mary Oka, the dancer
Toru Sakyo, the critic
Mochinaga
Taneda
Acting
Acting
December 28, 1957
Shoichi Kokubu
Eiji, Shoichi's brother
Sadayo, Shoichi's mother
Miyako Fukushima
Shinsuke, Miyako's brother
Aiko, Miyako's mother
Midori Shima
Zenzo Shima
Tokiko Arima
Mary Oka, the dancer
Toru Sakyo, the critic
Mochinaga
Taneda
Acting
Acting