Zegen

A wry, unsettling chronicle of ambition and exploitation that plays like a darkly comic history lesson.

Directed by

Shōhei Imamura

Genres

Comedy, History

Starring

Ken Ogata, Mitsuko Baisho, Ko Chun-Hsiung

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.

How it feels

Satirical, dark, absurd and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, greed, corruption, ambition

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild violence and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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