House of Gamblers
Ken Takakura stars as Ryoji one of the Aramasa family's loyal lieutenants whao takes the burden of his family being insulted by the Tanuma's family goons, by retaliating on his own. After injuring the head of Tanuma's family, and slaying others along the way, he then surrenders to the law and serves time. Before his last year to serve, the head of the Aramasa family falls ill and decides to retire, Ryoji miss chance to be successor, his old friend is reluctant but accepts. Now this gives the Tanuma family a chance for revenge! But with Tomisaburo Wakayama (Sekine) always having your back, how can you go wrong?
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Plot Summary
A young woman is drawn into a world of high-stakes gambling and organized crime after her father disappears. She finds herself entangled with dangerous individuals who control the city's underworld, forcing her to confront her fears and fight for survival. As she delves deeper, she uncovers secrets that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear.
Critical Reception
House of Gamblers received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its cast, others found the plot to be convoluted and predictable. The film struggled to gain significant traction at the box office, and its reputation has remained that of a lesser-known crime thriller from the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its moody atmosphere and suspenseful sequences.
- Criticized for a plot that could be seen as overly complicated and derivative of other crime films.
- Performances, particularly from the lead, were noted as a highlight by some reviewers.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around London, England, contributing to its gritty, urban atmosphere.
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