The Big Boss
Ryuta and Mineo Komatsu are brothers, both yakuza (gangsters). Mineo, although complicit in crime, even murder, wants out of the gangster life, hoping to become a successful singer instead. Ryuta loves his brother, but Mineo's possible defection presents problems for the gang, and Ryuta realizes he must kill his brother if he wants to survive.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 暗黒街の顔役 |
| Year | 1959 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Crime |
| Director | Kihachi Okamoto |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.5/10 (4 votes) |
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The Big Boss has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1959. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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