His Pistol is Hell (1958)

Based on the provided information, no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present in the film "His Pistol is Hell." Therefore, an evaluation of its portrayal of LGBTQ+ elements is not applicable.

The film, a 1961 yakuza production, primarily focuses on male characters in its action sequences. Female characters, such as Akiko, serve in supporting roles, often as love interests or victims, and are not depicted engaging in or winning close-quarters physical combat against male opponents.

This 1958 film is not widely known as an adaptation of a prior work with established characters, nor does it feature historical figures. There is no readily available information indicating any character's gender was changed from a canonical or historical source.

This 1958 Japanese film is an original production with a Japanese cast and setting. There are no characters established in prior source material or history as a different race who are portrayed as another race in this film.