Mermaid Legend

Mermaid Legend

1984 · 110 min · ★ 6.3 · Thriller, Crime, Drama

A married couple of abalone divers must confront ruthless investors taking over their coastline.

Directed by Toshiharu Ikeda · Written by Takuya Nishioka

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