He travels to Mexico to avenge his deceased friend Pedro, and there he meets a woman named Miyako.

This is the first in a series of eight movies namedWataridori, which gained him immense popularity.

Sukiyaki Western Djangofollows a lone gunman (Hideaki Ito) arriving in a town called Yuta.

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There, two warring clans appeal to him to join them, white-clad Genji and red-clad Heike.

However, he’s actually out for revenge on those who assaulted and killed his girlfriend.

Interestingly, Shishido was famous for interesting facial features prominent cheeks but they were the result offacial augmentation surgery.

Hiroyuki Sanada and Scott Bachicha sitting on the steps of a house and chatting in East Meets West

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Quick Draw Joeactually made Joe Shishido incredibly popular in Japan, creating a legend out of the man.

Quick Draw Joefollows Joe the Ace, a lone horseman who rides into town with a wounded man.

Shishido also sings in this movie, showcasing a charming presence, too.

Joe Shishido grinning and posing on the poster for Mekishiko Mushuku aka Mexico Wanderer

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