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Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation

1968·Movie
1h 35min
70
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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Violent and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History, crime, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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A local yakuza boss of a silk farming town shows kindness to the wandering gambler Oryu by letting her stay at his residence. When a rival yakuza gang, who wants to take over the town’s businesses, murders him, Oryu is obliged to protect his children and business.
Classic Yakuza FilmFemale GamblerJapanese CinemaRevengeHonor and DutyFamily Loyalty1960s SettingTraditional ValuesGang Warfare

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Where can I stream Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation legally?

Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation is included with a subscription to MUBI and Film Movement+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Xumo Play. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation?

1 h 35 min

Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation?

3CAJPUS

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