Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1
野望への挑戦 第一章
Synopsis
The powerful organization Fifth-Generation Tōdō-gumi, based in Osaka’s Minami district, is led by Wakagashira Ōtani (Ryu Daisuke), under whom Yuji Mikasa (Musashi Ken) walks the path of the old-school yakuza code. Devoted to daily sword training and upholding traditional values, Mikasa’s peaceful days take a sharp turn when he commits a murder to cover for his younger protégé. The situation spirals out of control. As the yakuza world grows more entangled with politics, the organization’s boss, Myojin, announces his retirement. Seizing the opportunity, the cunning Serizawa (Kawano Taro) plots to oust Ōtani by any means necessary. Worse still, Mikasa’s own “civilian killing” ends up pushing his respected boss into a corner...
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 25, 2009
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Seiichi Shirai
- Original Title
- 野望への挑戦 第一章
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Rights Cube
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Seiichi Shirai
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Seiichi Shirai
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What is Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1 about?
The powerful organization Fifth-Generation Tōdō-gumi, based in Osaka’s Minami district, is led by Wakagashira Ōtani (Ryu Daisuke), under whom Yuji Mikasa (Musashi Ken) walks the path of the old-school yakuza code. Devoted to daily sword training and upholding traditional values, Mikasa’s peaceful days take a sharp turn when he commits a murder to cover for his younger protégé. The situation spirals out of control. As the yakuza world grows more entangled with politics, the organization’s boss, Myojin, announces his retirement. Seizing the opportunity, the cunning Serizawa (Kawano Taro) plots to oust Ōtani by any means necessary. Worse still, Mikasa’s own “civilian killing” ends up pushing his respected boss into a corner...
Who directed Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1?
Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1 was directed by Seiichi Shirai.
Who stars in Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1?
The principal cast of Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1 includes Ken Musashi, Daisuke Ryū, Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi, Kazuya Kimura, Tamotsu Ishibashi.
When was Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1 released and how long is it?
Challenge to Ambition: Chapter 1 was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.