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Gate of Flesh

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.

19641h 30mNRDrama, Crime

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About Gate of Flesh

Directors
Seijun Suzuki
Cast
Joe Shishido, Kōji Wada, Yumiko Nogawa, Tomiko Ishii, Kayo Matsuo, Satoko Kasai
Genres
Drama, Crime
Content rating
NR
Original language
Japanese
Production countries
Japan
Status
Released

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