Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation
1968 · 1h 35m · N/A
Crime, Drama
Directed by
Norifumi Suzuki
Overview
A local yakuza boss of a silk farming town shows kindness to the wandering gambler Oryu by letting her stay at his residence. When a rival yakuza gang, who wants to take over the town’s businesses, murders him, Oryu is obliged to protect his children and business.
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