Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation

Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation

1968 · 95 min · ★ 7.2 · Drama, Crime

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.

Directed by Norifumi Suzuki · Written by Tatsuo Nogami

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