The Glorious Asuka Gang!

The Glorious Asuka Gang!

1988 · 100 min · ★ 8.0 · Action, Crime

In the year 199X, on the dark, shady streets of New Kabuki Town, the free-for-all between gangs of young delinquents and a corrupt police force is further complicated by the appearance of a mysterious girl named Asuka.

Directed by Yōichi Sai · Written by Yōichi Sai

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