JAPAN · 1987

Zegen

Shohei Imamura
Japanese New Wave Japanese imperialism sex trafficking war profiteering colonial expansion moral corruption
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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.

Year1987
CountryJapan
DirectorShohei Imamura
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