Shimizu Port of Chivalry (1957)

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 gamb...ling 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. more

Directing:
  • Sadatsugu Matsuda

Writing:
  • Yoshitake Hisa

Stars:
Release Date: 1957-01-03
themoviedb icon 1 2 3 4 5 7.5/10
  • Country: JP
  • Language: 日本語
  • Runtime: 103

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