1987
6.5 (13 votes)
2h 4m
Genres
Comedy
History
Production Companies
Toei Company
Zegen (女衒)
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: Shōhei Imamura
Writer: Shōhei Imamura, Kôta Okabe
Director of Photography: Masao Tochizawa
