Zegen(1987)

movie - first aired/released 1987-06-02 - audience 6.4

Directed by Shōhei Imamura

At the time between the World Wars, Japan is involved in empire-building throughout East and Southeast Asia. After a brief career as a low-level military adventurer, Iheiji sets up chains of brothels throughout Asia. As Japan's power in the region grows, so does Iheiji's prosperity and patriotism.