
Red Peony Gambler 2: Gambler's Obligation
Synopsis
Oryu, the Red Peony Gambler, is taken under the arm of the benevolent gang boss of a silk farming town. Soon, ruthless loan sharks encroach on the business determined to enslave and exploit the workers. When their treachery leads to murder, Oryu swears to avenge her benefactor and exact justice.
Editorial
Helmed by exploitation master Norifumi Suzuki, the second Red Peony Gambler film amps up classic brutal revenge with elements of sex and eroticism. Grappling with the different roles afforded to women in the underworld, this bracing sequel sheds new light on the eternal theme of a yakuza’s honor.
