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.
Cast: Kinnosuke Nakamura, Chiyonosuke Azuma, Shinobu Chihara, Sentarō Fushimi, Yumiko Hasegawa, Utaemon Ichikawa, Eijirō Tōno, Ryutaro Otomo, Hashizo Okawa, Ryūnosuke Tsukigata, Chiezō Kataoka, Hizuru Takachiho, Chie Ueki
Crew: Sadatsugu Matsuda (Director), Yoshitake Hisa (Writer), Haruo Nakayama (Lighting Camera), Yasumasa Omori (Producer), Shintarō Kawasaki (Cinematography)