Escape from Japan

Escape from Japan

1964 · 96 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama, Crime, Thriller

As Japan is preparing to host the Olympics, a gang member wanting to go to America is sought after by the police after helping his friend conduct a robbery.

Directed by Yoshishige Yoshida · Written by Yoshishige Yoshida

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