The Yakuza (1974)

Harry Kilmer, once a determined private investigator now turned real-estate agent, is a man deeply entwined with the culture and mysteries of Japan. As a leftover from World War II, Harry was stationed in the vibrant city of Tokyo, where he fell profoundly in love with the enigmatic Eiko Tanaka. Their worlds collide when Eiko's Yakuza brother Ken, presumed lost in the Philippines, returns to Japan, altering their course forever. Despite the passion shared between them, Eiko denies Harry's proposal, leaving him with a heartache that propels him back to the shores of America. Before his departure, Harry borrows money from his loyal friend George Tanner to establish a modest restaurant for Eiko and her infant daughter, a gesture of his undying affection. Years later, a desperate plea from George disrupts Harry's American life. George's daughter has been seized by a ruthless Yakuza family, a consequence of sinister weapon dealings. With the loyal Dusty as his bodyguard, Harry is drawn back into the neon-lit labyrinth of Tokyo and the serene beauty of Kyoto. As he navigates through the shadowy underworld of the Yakuza and the notorious Japanese mafia, Harry finds himself unraveling treacherous secrets about those he holds dear. The Yakuza is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and honor, embroiled in a dangerous dance with the underworld, where every step could lead to redemption or a tragic fall.

The Yakuza is a crime movie featuring Robert Mitchum and directed by Sydney Pollack.

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