Female Prisoner No. 701 Scorpion: Gaiden
Female Prisoner No. 701 Scorpion: Gaiden

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Female Prisoner No. 701 Scorpion: Gaiden

2011
Movie
72 min
Japanese

Nami Matsushima, prisoner #701 is sent to a Woman's Prison for attempted murder. Nami is brought into Number 2 community cell, where suicides and unnatural deaths occurred one after another. In the punishment cell, Nami begins to look back in her past. After dealing with her horrible experiences, Nami seeks to escape from prison. Who will survive?

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Sachihiro FukaoGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

This film follows Nami, a woman seeking revenge for the murder of her lover, who infiltrates a women's prison. She becomes embroiled in the brutal power struggles within the facility and conspires with other inmates to escape and achieve her vengeance. The narrative unfolds with intense action and a focus on the harsh realities of prison life.

Critical Reception

This film received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its gritty atmosphere and action sequences, while some critics noted its exploitation film elements. It is generally considered a solid entry in the 'pink film' genre, appealing to fans of intense, female-led revenge thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brutal and unflinching portrayal of prison life.

  • The film is noted for its strong female protagonist and her relentless pursuit of justice.

  • Some viewers found the plot to be straightforward but effective in its genre conventions.

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Fun Fact

While the title suggests a continuation of the original 'Female Prisoner Scorpion' series from the 1970s, this 2011 film is a standalone production with a new story and cast, though it channels the spirit and genre of the earlier films.

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