Prison Break - 1969 - 6/10
AKA - Mushyô Yaburi // ムショ 破り
Makato enters a yakuza den to kill the man who murdered his father.
After a bloodbath, he flees to Osaka. Period, the 1920’s.
Another yakuza, who had assisted him, invites Makoto to join their organization.
Which is beset by a rising, stronger, hungrier group.
At times austere ninkyô (code of honor) punctuated with lengthy blade fights.
Impressive fight cinematography, a stark, moody score, and a fatalistic tone.
Somewhat obscure Japanese film worthwhile for chambara or yakuza fans.