Let Him Rest in Peace

Let Him Rest in Peace

1985 · 103 min · ★ 8.0 · Crime, Drama

A man returns to his seaside roots to confront a yakuza boss. Along the way, he charms young men, softens a hard woman and busts a few heads.

Directed by Yōichi Sai · Written by Shōichi Maruyama

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