Shimizu Port of Chivalry

Shimizu Port of Chivalry (1957)

任侠清水港

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.

Date of release
1957-01-03
TMDB
8.0 / 10 (3)
Runtime
1h 43m
Genres
Drama, Crime, History
Director
Sadatsugu Matsuda
Collection
Jirocho Quadrilogy Collection

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