Bloodiest Flower
A dramatic captivating tale tells of widowed Tei (Junko Fuji), she has become a coalmine operator and is determined to be successful despite mining being a predominately male domain. Overcoming the natural hardships, a more serious threat to Tei and her mine, the menacing presence of rival mining gangs who sense her vulnerability... Nihon jokyo-den:ketto midarw-bana is an outstanding drama, highlighted by wonderful characterizations/performances. Yamashita's excellent direction maintains a rich emotional flow from the opening seconds to the last. Intense and bloody encounters punctuate throughout the engaging multi layered tale!
- Year: 1971
- Country: Japan
- Genre: Drama, Action, Crime
- Studio: Toei Company
- Keyword: yakuza
- Director: Kōsaku Yamashita
- Cast: Sumiko Fuji, Ken Takakura, Masahiko Tsugawa, Michitarō Mizushima, Minoru Ōki, Bin Amatsu