Kenji and Chuko travel to Hokkaido as migrant workers and enlist as miners under the strict leadership of Guzuyasu. On the boat journey to Hokkaido, Kenji attracts Ohama, who is travelling to Hokkaido to open a bar.
Is it worth your time? If you like movies that smell like coal dust and hopelessness, then sure. This isn't a breezy weekend watch. It's for people who want to see how quickly things go south when you're desperate for work. If you prefer your cinema polished or lighthearted, you’ll probably want to skip this one entire...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Hiroshi Shimizu
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"Is it worth your time? If you like movies that smell like coal dust and hopelessness, then sure. This isn't a breezy weekend watch. It's for people who want to see how quickly things go south when you're desperate for work. If you prefer your cinema polished or lighthearted, you’ll probably want to skip this one entirely. The whole thing kicks off on this boat to Hokkaido. You can practically feel the humidity sticking to your clothes just watching it. Kenji and Chuko are clearly out of their d..."
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