About this movie
Following a stint in reform school, Ryu (Shinsuke Shimada) returns to his home, the Minami area of Osaka, accompanied by his new friend Ko (Takeshi Masu). He's greeted by his friends, Chabo (Ryusuke Matsumoto) and Ken (Bang-ho Cho). They seek to forge their own path through a multitude of rival gangs in Kita and Minami, including the Hokushin Alliance, backed by the yakuza, the Hope Association, and various other minor factions, including Zainichi Korean groups. What follows is a wild, fast-paced story of violence, revenge, betrayal, and discrimination, that never loses its sense of humor.
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Quick facts
Year
1981
Runtime
1h 55m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.0/10
Votes
5
Genre
Drama, Action
Director
Language
JA
Cast
osaka, japan
youth culture
1960s
juvenile delinquency
zainichi
shōwa era (1926-89)
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Questions about Empire of Kids
How long is Empire of Kids?
Empire of Kids has a runtime of 1h 55m (1 hour and 55 minutes).
Who directed Empire of Kids?
Empire of Kids was directed by Kazuyuki Izutsu and released in 1981.
What genre is Empire of Kids?
Empire of Kids is a Drama, Action film (1981).
Who stars in Empire of Kids?
The cast of Empire of Kids includes Shinsuke Shimada, Ryusuke Matsumoto, Bang-ho Cho, Yoshiaki Fujita, Keisuke.
What is the TMDB rating for Empire of Kids?
Empire of Kids has a TMDB rating of 5.0/10 based on 5 votes.
