Overview
An all-star cast highlights this Jidai-Geki classic. Set in the samurai era, this is the tale of period Yakuza. One of the real classics in this genre. In this dramatic portrayal of the real-life gambling boss Jirocho, a good-hearted and honest boss sets out to take revenge for a fellow boss. At the same time, the other local bosses, in a bid to increase their own power, plot to dispose of Jirocho. Starring Kataoka Chiezo in one of his signature roles, this is an excellent portrayal of a figure who is not well known outside of Japan. Co-starring Nakamura Kinnosuke, this exciting tale of period yakuza brings history to life.
Year 1957
Studio Toei Company
Director Sadatsugu Matsuda
Crew Tadaoto Kainoshō (Costume Design), Hiroshi Ookawa (Production Designer), Sadatsugu Matsuda (Director), Yoshitake Hisa (Screenplay), Shiro Fukai (Original Music Composer), Shintarō Kawasaki (Director of Photography)
Popularity 1
Language 日本語
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