The Magnificent Nine (2016) (original) (raw)
It is eighteenth century Japan and the residents of a poor town lead a typically meagre life. Then nine residents, which include Juzaburo, hatch a scheme to improve their lots by running a pawn and loan business with the proceeds being distributed among the townfolk. However, the plan is risky with such commerce and profiteering being frowned upon in a society with a caste system. Based on a novel by Isoda Michifumi, The Magnificient Nine features a cast of well-known Japanese cinema familiars.
It is eighteenth century Japan and the residents of a poor town lead a typically meagre life. Then nine residents, which include Juzaburo, hatch a scheme to improve their lots by running a pawn and loan business with the proceeds being distributed among the townfolk. However, the plan is risky with such commerce and profiteering being frowned upon in a society with a caste system. Based on a novel by Isoda Michifumi, The Magnificient Nine features a cast of well-known Japanese cinema familiars. (less)
Director: Yoshihiro Nakamura
Writers: Ken'ichi Suzuki, Yoshihiro Nakamura, Michifumi Isoda
Starring: Tsutomu Yamazaki, Y�ko Takeuchi, Ry�hei Matsuda, Kitar�, Masahiko Nishimura, Satoshi Tsumabuki
Producer: Fumitsugu Ikeda
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