
Shogun's Joy of Torture
Directed by Teruo Ishii
Produced by Toei Company
A bleak anthology of brutal judicial torture and execution, presented with clinical detachment and graphic violence.
A young magistrate recalls three tales of heinous crimes committed by women, and the brutal punishments that ensued.
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Does Shogun's Joy of Torture end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 100% of films.
Is Shogun's Joy of Torture violent? Yes, very. More violent than 99% of films.
Is Shogun's Joy of Torture easy watching? No. Less comforting than 99% of films.
Is Shogun's Joy of Torture scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Shogun's Joy of Torture sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


























































