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Gate of Flesh
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Title: Gate of Flesh

Release Date: 31 May 1964

Runtime: 1h 30m

Genre: Drama, Crime

Director: Nikkatsu Corporation

Production Companies: Nikkatsu Corporation

Overview: In the shady black markets and bombed-out hovels of post–World War II Tokyo, a tough band of prostitutes eke out a dog-eat-dog existence, maintaining tenuous friendships and a semblance of order in a world of chaos. But when a renegade ex-soldier stumbles into their midst, lusts and loyalties clash, with tragic results. With Gate of Flesh, visionary director Seijun Suzuki delivers a whirlwind of social critique and pulp drama, shot through with brilliant colors and raw emotions.

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Average Vote: 6.6 (58 votes)

Cast

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  • Abe: Kōji Wada
  • Maya: Yumiko Nogawa
  • Oroku: Tomiko Ishii
  • Omino: Kayo Matsuo
  • Sen: Satoko Kasai
  • Machiko: Misako Tominaga
  • Horidome: Isao Tamagawa
  • Black Pastor: Chico Lourant
  • Ogasawara: Eimei Esumi
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