The Hidden Trail of the Beasts

The Hidden Trail of the Beasts

1981 · 111 min · ★ 7.6 · Drama, Action

A star tennis player takes revenge on the blackmailers out to ruin his athletic career.

Directed by Tōru Murakawa · Written by Hideichi Nagahara

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