

Zegen
1987-06-02 · 124 min · ★ 6.4
At the time between the World Wars, Japan is involved in empire-building throughout East and Southeast Asia. After a brief career as a low-level military adventurer, Iheiji sets up chains of brothels throughout Asia. As Japan's power in the region grows, so does Iheiji's prosperity and patriotism.
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- Directors
- Shōhei Imamura
- Production companies
- Toei Company
- Countries
- Japan
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Ken OgataIheiji Muraoka
Mitsuko BaishoShiho
Ko Chun-HsiungWang
Norihei MikiAsanaga
Hiroyuki KonishiUehara
Sanshō ShinsuiChota
Tetta SugimotoGenkichi
Taiji TonoyamaShimada
Shino IkenamiTome
Satoko IwasakiMoyoTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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