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James Shigeta

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A Big Year

1961 was a big year for the 27 year old actor. He would star in three motion pictures in one year. "Cry for Happy," "Bridge to the Sun," and "Flower Drum Song."

Here, in the comedy "Cry for Happy" (1961), James Shigeta plays an American sailor in postwar Japan. The film stars Glenn Ford and Donald O'Connor.

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James Shigeta plays an American sailor in postwar Japan in the comedy "Cry for Happy" (1961). The film stars Glenn Ford and Donald O'Connor. This is a lobby card used … More »


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