Ayako Wakao
Publisher
The Criterion Collection
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
日本語
Description
Yukinojo, a Kabuki actor, seeks revenge by destroying the three men who caused the deaths of his parents. Also involved are the daughter of one of Yukinojo's targets, two master thieves, and a swordsman who himself is out to kill Yukinojo.
Publisher
Criterion Collection
Pub. Date
©2008
Language
日本語
Description
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