New Female Prisoner Scorpion: Special Cellblock X
New Female Prisoner Scorpion: Special Cellblock X

New Female Prisoner Scorpion: Special Cellblock X

1977Movie84 minJapanese

A nurse is framed for her involvement in the hospital murder of a politician who was threatening to expose corrupt practices. She escapes from jail but is captured and sent back, resulting in the rest of the inmates being punished, added to which of a new, tougher, head of security arrives to take up her new job....

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Kazuo KomizuGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Nami, the 'Scorpion' herself, is released from prison and immediately drawn into a dangerous new assignment. Her mission involves infiltrating a notorious women's prison, known for its brutal conditions and corrupt officials. Nami must navigate treacherous alliances and violent confrontations to uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power.

Critical Reception

As part of the 'Female Prisoner Scorpion' series, this film continues the franchise's reputation for intense action and exploitation themes. While not as critically acclaimed as some earlier installments, it offers a raw and often brutal depiction of prison life and female empowerment through extreme measures. It garnered a cult following for its unapologetic style and violent sequences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers the signature raw, violent action expected from the franchise.
  • Continues the series' exploration of female resilience in oppressive environments.
  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and Nami's unyielding performance.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is primarily within cult film circles, appreciating its exploitation genre elements and strong female lead. Specific ratings and detailed comments are scarce due to its niche audience and age.

Fun Fact

The 'New Female Prisoner Scorpion' series, while a product of exploitation cinema, has been cited as an influence on later action films and female-led revenge narratives.

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