Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather
Onimasa is the egocentric boss of a small yakuza clan on Shikoku Island, whose criminal duties conflict with his self-image as a chivalrous samurai. His struggles with his boss, the Shikoku Godfather, and the tumultuous life of his adopted daughter, Matsue, form the backdrop of this epic tale of justice, obedience, and bloody vengeance.
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- Cast
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Onimasa: A Japanese Godfather
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 5, 1982
Runtime
2h 26m
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama
User Score
63%
Original Title
鬼龍院花子の生涯
Production Companies
Toei Company, Haiyuza Eiga Hoso Company
Director
Hideo Gosha
Description
Onimasa is the egocentric boss of a small yakuza clan on Shikoku Island, whose criminal duties conflict with his self-image as a chivalrous samurai. His struggles with his boss, the Shikoku Godfather, and the tumultuous life of his adopted daughter, Matsue, form the backdrop of this epic tale of justice, obedience, and bloody vengeance.
