Akumyo: Notorious Dragon
悪名 縄張荒らし
Synopsis
About small-time gangster Asakichi's chaotic life in the 1930s. His gambling addiction means that he must not continue working in the family business. Instead he supports himself by arranging cockfights. He becomes ex-geisha Okinu's patron and lover, and falls directly into disfavor with the yakuza.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yasuzō Masumura
- Screenplay & Story
- Yoshikata Yoda
- Original Score
- Isao Tomita
- Original Title
- 悪名 縄張荒らし
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Katsu Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yasuzō Masumura
Yoshikata Yoda, Toko Kon
Isao Tomita
Kazuo Miyagawa
Department Leadership Roster
Yasuzō Masumura
Director
Yoshikata Yoda
Screenplay
Isao Tomita
Original Music Composer
Kazuo Miyagawa
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Akumyo: Notorious Dragon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Akumyo: Notorious Dragon about?
About small-time gangster Asakichi's chaotic life in the 1930s. His gambling addiction means that he must not continue working in the family business. Instead he supports himself by arranging cockfights. He becomes ex-geisha Okinu's patron and lover, and falls directly into disfavor with the yakuza.
Who directed Akumyo: Notorious Dragon?
Akumyo: Notorious Dragon was directed by Yasuzō Masumura.
Who stars in Akumyo: Notorious Dragon?
The principal cast of Akumyo: Notorious Dragon includes Shintarō Katsu, Kinya Kitaoji, Yukiyo Toake, Kiwako Taichi, Hiroko Isayama.
When was Akumyo: Notorious Dragon released and how long is it?
Akumyo: Notorious Dragon was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Akumyo: Notorious Dragon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Akumyo: Notorious Dragon was composed by Isao Tomita.