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Red Peony Gambler

1968·Movie
1h 38min

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Catharsis7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Pathos6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, crime, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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About

Ryuko was raised by her father, a gambler named Senzo Yano in Kumamoto, Kyushu, after her mother died when she was little. When she turned 18 years old, her father was attacked and killed by a stranger in alley. Ryuko then dissolves her yakuza family, and, carrying the wallet left by the killer, she sets out on a journey to avenge her father’s death. Five years later, she wanders the nation, known only as! Red Peony Oryu who has a red peony tattooed on her shoulder and has the defiance and courage of a man. She meets Katagiri - a loner gambler, Kumatora - boss of a family in Shikoku, and Otaka - female boss of the Doman Family in Osaka. With their help, she finally catches up with the man who murdered her father.
Classic Yakuza FilmFemale-Led Revenge StoryJapanese Period PieceHonor & LoyaltyGritty Action DramaOrganized CrimeDetermined ProtagonistTraditional Martial ArtsVengeful Quest

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Where can I stream Red Peony Gambler legally?

Red Peony Gambler 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 worth watching?

71
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Red Peony Gambler rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Red Peony Gambler?

1 h 38 min

Red Peony Gambler runs 1 h 38 min.

What language is Red Peony Gambler in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch Red Peony Gambler?

3CAJPUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Red Peony Gambler in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.