Charge! Hooligans of Hakata

Charge! Hooligans of Hakata

1978 · 70 min · ★ 6.0 · Crime, Drama

Known for his striking visuals and outlandish subject matter, maverick director Sogo Ishii is considered to be the master of Japanese punk cinema. In ‘Attack!’, biker gangs meet the Japanese punk scene. Continuation of the filming of "High School Panic" after a stoppage by the production company. Awarded at the 1978 Pia FIlm Festival.

Directed by Gakuryu Ishii · Written by Gakuryu Ishii

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