Presented By: Center for Japanese Studies
The Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards Match (Japanese Film Screening)
CJS Summer Film Series
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Directed by Tai Kato, 1969, 98 min. In a dark world of petty thieves and vicious gangs, Junko Fuji stars in the unique role of Ryu, the honor-bound heroine of this Meiji period yakuza story spanning eight films. Caught between the conflict of rival gangs, Ryu attempts to walk a noble path, but it’s only a matter of time before the rising pressure forces her hand. (3rd film of the series.)
Co-sponsored by the Center for Japanese Studies and the Japan Foundation.
Directed by Tai Kato, 1969, 98 min. In a dark world of petty thieves and vicious gangs, Junko Fuji stars in the unique role of Ryu, the honor-bound heroine of this Meiji period yakuza story spanning eight films. Caught between the conflict of rival gangs, Ryu attempts to walk a noble path, but it’s only a matter of time before the rising pressure forces her hand. (3rd film of the series.)
Co-sponsored by the Center for Japanese Studies and the Japan Foundation.
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