Gate of Flesh (Criterion Collection)

In the shady black markets and bombed-out hovels of post, World War II Tokyo, a tough band of prostitutes eke out a dog-eat-dog existence, maintaining tenuous friendships and a semblance of order in a world of chaos. Direction: Seijun Suzuki Actors: Chico Roland, Isao Takanawa, Jo Shishido, Kayo Matsuo, Keisuke Noro, Special Features: New, restored high-definition digital transfer. New video interview with director Seijun Suzuki and art director Takeo Kimura. A new essay by noted Asian cinema critic Chuck Stephens 2.35:1, Widescreen format. Language: Japanese / Sub. English Year: 1964 Runtime: 90 minutes.