Akumyo: Notorious Dragon (1974)

About small-time gangster Asakichi's chaotic life in the 1930s. His gambling addiction means that he must not continue working in the family business. Instead he supports himself by arranging cockfights. He becomes ex-geisha Okinu's patron and lover, and falls directly into disfavor with the yakuza.

Released: Apr 24, 1974

Runtime: 105 minutes

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Stars: Shintarō Katsu, Kinya Kitaoji, Yukiyo Toake, Kiwako Taichi, Hiroko Isayama, Kirin Kiki

Crew: Yasuzō Masumura (Director), Toko Kon (Original Story), Yoshikata Yoda (Screenplay), Isao Tomita (Original Music Composer), Tsuchitarô Hayashi (Sound Recordist), Seiichi Ôta (Art Direction)