Overview
At the time between the World Wars, Japan is involved in empire-building throughout East and Southeast Asia. After a brief career as a low-level military adventurer, Iheiji sets up chains of brothels throughout Asia. As Japan's power in the region grows, so does Iheiji's prosperity and patriotism.
Fun facts
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Nominations
Nominated for the International Submission to the Academy Awards (1988)
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Setting
Set in Hong Kong
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Music
Music by Shinichiro Ikebe
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Masao Tochizawa
Details
- Director
- Writers
- Shōhei ImamuraWriter
- Kôta OkabeWriter
- Original title
- 女衒
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- June 2, 1987
- Original language
- Japanese
- Countries
- Japan
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In the United States
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