Nerves for Victory

Nerves for Victory

1966 · 90 min · ★ 6.0 · Crime, Drama

A young yakuza who respects obligation and humanity must face cruel and heartless turf wars leading to a fight to the death with his own brother.

Directed by Shinji Murayama · Written by Isao Matsumoto

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