Akira Shioji

Asian Beat: I Love Nippon: Commentary: The first work in the "Asian Beat" series, in which young directors from six Asian countries, including Japa

Tragedy of the Coolie Samurai: Gonza was a handsome young laborer, a footman and spear-carrier, working hard for his meager wage. All Gonza wanted was

Eighteen Years in Prison: A former soldier is caught working the black market and sent to prison while his partner escapes and goes on to become a

Travels of Hibari and Chiemi: The Tumultuous Journey: Playhouse employees Okimi and Otoshi become involved in an undercover officer’s investigation of a gang when they accide

Brothers Serving Time: While imprisoned, Tatsu encounters Danshi, a man who is a big honcho in the prison pecking order. After initial conflict