Akai

2022

1h 29m

0.0(0 votes)

Documentary

Overview

The story of Hidekazu Akai, aka "Osaka Rocky," a legendary Japanese boxer who survived a mortal injury and went on to become a famous actor.

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2 members

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赤井英和

Himself

Acting

Eddie Townsend

Himself

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