Tokyo Tribe

In an alternate Japan, territorial street gangs form opposing factions collectively known as the Tokyo Tribes. Merra, leader of the Wu-Ronz tribe of Bukuro, joins forces with heavy-hitting gangster Buppa of Buppa Town. With Buppa's support, Merra aims to initiate a gang war between the Wu-Ronz and the Musashino Saru, and in a confrontation between the two attempts to kill Kai of the Musashino Saru. The inadvertent murder of Kai's friend Tera (a Musashino Saru member beloved by all Tribes since before their formation) leads to the joining of forces between all of the Tribes in an all-out war against Merra and Buppa.

Tagline

“Let Sion Sono take you on a tour of Tokyo's underbelly for a night of turf wars & rap battles.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Music, Science Fiction, Action, Drama, Crime

Director

Sion Sono

Original Language

JA

What is Tokyo Tribe about?

In an alternate Japan, territorial street gangs form opposing factions collectively known as the Tokyo Tribes. Merra, leader of the Wu-Ronz tribe of Bukuro, joins forces with heavy-hitting gangster Buppa of Buppa Town. With Buppa's support, Merra aims to initiate a gang war between the Wu-Ronz and the Musashino Saru, and in a confrontation between the two attempts to kill Kai of the Musashino Saru. The inadvertent murder of Kai's friend Tera (a Musashino Saru member beloved by all Tribes since before their formation) leads to the joining of forces between all of the Tribes in an all-out war against Merra and Buppa.

Who directed Tokyo Tribe?

Tokyo Tribe was directed by Sion Sono.

When was Tokyo Tribe released?

Tokyo Tribe was released on August 30, 2014.

How long is Tokyo Tribe?

Tokyo Tribe has a runtime of 1h 56m.

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