The History of Yakuza Struggles in Kyushu - The Ogura War
The History of Yakuza Struggles in Kyushu - The Ogura War

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The History of Yakuza Struggles in Kyushu - The Ogura War

2007
Movie
85 min
Japanese

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Minoru KawasakiGenres: Documentary, Crime, History

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the intense and violent territorial disputes between yakuza factions in the Kyushu region of Japan, specifically focusing on the 'Ogura War.' It explores the historical context, key players, and brutal clashes that defined this period of organized crime. The film offers a gritty look at the power struggles and consequences of yakuza dominance.

Critical Reception

As a niche documentary, critical reviews are scarce. However, it is generally regarded by followers of yakuza cinema and documentaries as a detailed and unflinching account of a specific, violent period in Japanese organized crime history. Its authenticity and direct approach are often praised.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a raw and unfiltered look at yakuza conflicts.

  • Provides historical context to understand the brutal 'Ogura War'.

  • Appreciated for its direct and informative approach to a sensitive subject.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this documentary is not readily available. However, audiences interested in yakuza history and crime documentaries generally appreciate its factual and in-depth coverage.

Fun Fact

The 'Ogura War' was a real series of violent conflicts that took place primarily in the 1960s and 1970s in the city of Kitakyushu (formerly Moji and Kokura), involving multiple yakuza syndicates vying for control of gambling, prostitution, and drug trafficking rackets.

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