Overview
The Taisho era was a time of turbulence in Japan. From new marks of modernity to full-blown riots, a sense of revolution filled the air. The Dam Dam Group is a small anarchist organization lead by Daijiro, a silver tongued "Benshi", a performer who provides narratives for silent films, playing multiple roles. In other words, he was a master at the art of deception, a handy talent when it came to 'doing jobs' for his group. His revolutionary ideals attracted many to his squadron, but among them was a young girl who was oblivious to his group's activities. Her name was Shino.
Director and cast
- Tatsumi Kumashiro Director
- Yoko Takahashi as Shino Hokujoji
- Kenji Takaoka as Kunihiko Tanigawa
- Isao Natsuyagi as Genji Hirata
- Yoshirō Aoki as Daijiro Kuroki
- Shinichi Ogishima Cast
- Tsuguaki Yoshida as Yamaguchi
- Meika Seri as Oshin
- Naomi Oka as Sayo
- Hiroshi Chō as Ship's captain
- Michiko Tsukasa as Miyoko Tanigawa
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