Overview

A dramatic captivating tale tells of widowed Tei (Junko Fuji), she has become a coalmine operator and is determined to be successful despite mining being a predominately male domain. Overcoming the natural hardships, a more serious threat to Tei and her mine, the menacing presence of rival mining gangs who sense her vulnerability... Nihon jokyo-den:ketto midarw-bana is an outstanding drama, highlighted by wonderful characterizations/performances. Yamashita's excellent direction maintains a rich emotional flow from the opening seconds to the last. Intense and bloody encounters punctuate throughout the engaging multi layered tale!

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Cast

Sumiko Fuji

Ken Takakura

Masahiko Tsugawa

Michitarō Mizushima

Minoru Ōki

Bin Amatsu

Rinichi Yamamoto

Tatsuo Endō

Kunio Kaga

Kinji Nakamura

Yasumori Hikita

Michimaro Otabe