Shimizu Port of Chivalry

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.

Genre:

Drama, Crime, History

Duration:

103 min

Cast:

Utaemon Ichikawa, Chiezo Kataoka, Kinnosuke Nakamura

Quality:

HD

Director:

Sadatsugu Matsuda

Release:

1957

Country:

Japan

Rating:

8.0