Original subtitles

Jazz sessions are great, aren't they?

They just went off key on purpose.

With jazz, that's okay.

But you love having structure.

Make no mistake.

If it goes even a tiny bit beyond what's acceptable, it's out.

It's about testing boundaries.

I'm not sure I can stay within bounds when dealing with him.

Don't say that, Mr. Furuya.

Don't worry. I'll maintain a fine balance for you.

You seem fired up with your sting operations lately.

Is that your so-called balance?

I'm just tearing down your competition.

Don't get the wrong idea.

So, what's this about?

The main reason we're here tonight is to celebrate.

You mean Muranishi?

He's looking at 370 years.

It's basically a death sentence.

Well, he's lucky he gets to die in Hawaii.

Speaking of which, I heard that

you've taken his buddy under your wings.

That's none of your business.

Watch out.

If you mix with the wrong crowd,

I might have to arrest you.

Being threatened by a cop really gives me the chills.

Want me to really get you going, then?

Even the feistiest ones are struck with fear

once they lose their footing.

The fear of losing one's status and honor,

losing one's family,

losing loved ones.

And,

the fear of losing...

everything.

Do you get what I mean?

Japan's economy now reigns

at the top of the world.

And what's invigorating that economy is none other than

my enterprise.

Let's continue our nice session together.

Great.

⇒ PeradoxSRJ

It has been a day since the Emperor fell ill.

He hasn't eaten at all since and is receiving IV fluids.

How is the Emperor?

-He's conscious, but that's all we know. -What do you think?

It appears he won't make it. His passing is close.

I see.

Prepare to announce the new era.

Yes, sir.

Not you again.

Please help.

I told you, we can't advocate for him.

It's not advocacy. His arrest was an injustice.

They arrested him on visa fraud,

and they're invoking an archaic, racist law to prosecute him.

They couldn't allow a Japanese person do as he pleased in Hawaii.

No way.

-They're making an example out of him! -So?

With his line of work, he had it coming.

What?

The world doesn't care what happens to a porn director.

Gather around!

-Yes, sir! -Yes, sir!

Let's get working. We're getting the scoop.

It's our chance to make history. Stay sharp.

Cut!

-Stop trying to get on camera! -Okay.

Nobody wants to see the male actor.

Yes, sorry.

-Show her face. Get ready. -Yes.

Ready, action!

-Idiot! You're covering up her face again! -Yes, sir.

I'm sorry.

Forget this scene. Next!

-Next. Hurry up and get ready. -Okay.

Set up the next scene.

-Okay. -Okay.

What's taking so long with the makeup?

I'm sorry. I wanted to give her a look that suited her.

Just cake it on! Hurry up and finish!

I'm sorry.

Worthless shits.

Yes, I'm sorry.

-Get on with it. Next. -Yes.

Kosuke Mitamura.

Yes.

I know a lot about anime!

I have ideas that will boost sales!

-These are your ideas? -Yes.

An aloof girl who's raunchy. A quiet type who's dirty.

Anime fans love that kind of contrast.

Your ideas are pervy, kid.

Maybe you'd be better off in porn.

-Next. -Here you go.

You're all useless!

Sorry we couldn't help.

Hey, you!

You haven't made a dime!

Are you really working?

You too! Hey.

Don't mess with me!

It's not their fault!

We need time to deal with this.

We don't have time! We need money right now!

We know that! We'll come up with something.

Mr. Muranishi shouldered our sentences as well. We feel responsible.

We'll get them to agree to a plea bargain somehow.

So long as we pay money, they'll release him.

Yeah, it's all for him.

Do whatever you can to scrape together the 100 million yen bail by next month!

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

-Get going! -Got it.

Go!

-Hey. -What?

You got a minute?

Shit, he sees us.

So, what's the real deal?

There's no way we'll make it.

We're talking 100 million yen.

I guess so.

I told you I was against going to Hawaii.

Stop complaining and think!

Do you have any other ideas?

What if we...

ask Ikezawa?

Are you stupid?

No way in hell.

-Muranishi wouldn't stand for that. -Beggars can't be choosers.

I know, but still.

Let's sell Kuroki's video.

Through what channel?

Mr. Wada of Märchen.

His chain is expanding really fast.

If he agrees...

But didn't her mother file a lawsuit against it?

And who would buy such a weird video?

Who knows?

But...

it's worth a shot.

I don't like it. We can't bet his entire life on that girl.

Then how do we raise money?

Work with Furuya and sell our videos uncensored.

No. We're finished if we get caught.

Don't worry.

Ikezawa hasn't been caught.

He sells underground?

Yes, Furuya does it for him.

He set up that committee to make everyone think he's clean.

No, I don't trust the yakuza.

It's our best shot.

It's too risky!

Muranishi's life is on the line!

This is a complete mess.

I'm wasting time talking with you.

Let's each raise the money using our own methods.

Is your being here today good news for me?

Adult videos are your calling.

You know it too, don't you?

Perhaps.

Then it's a simple matter.

Sign an exclusive contract with us.

We'll pay you 20 million yen.

With that much money, your mother could live in comfort,

and you could save someone in need.

On one condition, though.

Let's shave that off. Okay?

I can't.

This is part of who I am.

There's no place for that in our videos.

Just do as I say and shave.

This is...

a win-win proposition for everyone.

Damn that guy.

He wasn't cute.

-No. -Not at all.

-Right? -No, he was cute.

Excuse me for a bit.

Dumbass.

You're the dumbass.

Bang!

Naoko!

What, dumbass?

I see, so you need money.

Hence the suit.

Yes. It's tough.

Ever the hectic bunch.

That's true.

You have a day job now?

Yes, in an office.

Office work is nice.

It's not glamorous,

but there's even a place for an ex-delinquent like me.

What?

Do you think it doesn't suit me?

Not at all! It suits you well.

Right? Plus, no one's figured out I used to do porn.

You look vibrant and beautiful, Naoko.

What? Don't be cheesy.

Oh... Sorry.

Well, I should be getting back to work.

-Thanks for your time. -No problem.

Say hello to everyone for me.

Okay.

Hey.

Let's grab a drink sometime.

Roger. See you around, then.

Where is it?

There you are!

What are you doing?

We have to go!

I'm busy right now.

What? Have you given up already?

Come on, we have to make money.

Hang in there. Here, have an energy drink.

That's not it.

What's wrong?

The master tape is missing.

What?

-Isn't it... -What? No way!

Please.

We need your help.

Actually, the regulation commission...

sent me this.

WARNING TO ALL VIDEO RETAILERS

They're...

pressuring you?

If we sell your work,

we won't be able to sell or rent Poseidon videos.

Mr. Wada, I thought you hated such politics.

I've got employees to feed now.

Their jobs are on the line.

I can't lose a supplier that has 80 percent of the market share.

You understand, right?

Yes.

If so,

bring me something worthwhile that can convince me.

Then we'll talk.

I see.

I'll come again.

Are you finally ready to take the leap?

Yes.

I've brought this.

THE BASEBALL TOURNAMENT OF SHAME MASTER TAPE

Isn't it a bit late to be taking the leap?

No, it's not over yet.

-Here you go, sir. -Thanks.

Go on ahead.

Yes, sir.

Mr. Furuya.

Please. We need your help.

Hey.

Come with me.

Keep the change.

Thank you as always.

Mr. Kawada.

Can we talk?

Oh, sure.

Take a seat.

How are you? Ready to study abroad?

Before Mr. Muranishi was arrested,

I called him.

I wanted to discuss something.

He said

he shot a masterpiece and wanted to show me.

He sounded happy.

So, what did you want to discuss?

Whether or not I should continue in porn.

A man called Ikezawa had scouted me.

Poseidon, right?

-Are you signing? -No.

That man and I will probably never see eye-to-eye.

That's for the best. Nothing good would come of it.

Mr. Kawada.

Yes?

Are you planning on leaving Mr. Muranishi like this?

It'll take a lot of money to save him.

-How much? -An astronomical amount.

More than I can come up with.

Can't you sell my movie?

Won't it help even a little?

I can't just sit around and do nothing!

There are obstacles to overcome.

I'll deal with my mother! I'm ready now!

Thank you.

But...

In order to sell it,

we have to prove that it'll be a hit.

We can't right now.

Then I'll go out and promote the video myself.

-Promote it yourself? -Yes.

-What about your family? -It doesn't matter.

Well,

that would certainly attract attention.

But I'm afraid of how people will look at you.

Mr. Muranishi and I will change people's perceptions of porn actresses.

-Do you get what you're saying? -I do.

Don't be silly. Let's eat.

Listen! I've fallen in love with him as a person.

You don't understand what love is yet.

Will I understand if I become a mistress?

Is having a child with a married man love?

Don't give me that attitude!

What are you doing?

He loved me

until you came along.

But he left me the moment you were born.

You hated me all this time?

Is that why you stifled me?

I thought the three of us could live together someday.

So long as you're with me, he'll stay in my life.

That's an awful thing to say, you know.

It seems we both value our womanhood more than our relationship as a family.

I'll miss your cooking.

Goodbye, Mom.

Hey.

-Come and have fun with our cute girls. -No thanks.

Alright.

No. Let go.

-How many today? -Sir.

About three.

-Are they ready? -Yes.

Hey, what the hell are you talking about?

You'll see inside.

-Fujiwara. -Yes.

Give that girl a try.

Yes, sir.

You want some, don't you?

-Please. -Please.

-Me too. Give me. -Me too. Please.

-I beg you. -Please.

I want some. Give me.

-What's going on here? -Give it to me, please.

We take women who've gone astray,

get them hooked on meth, and break them in.

Then we sell them to the underground.

Give me.

-We bought this building just for that. -I'm begging you.

I told you before.

Kabukicho can be scary.

I handle the training myself.

How is she, Fujiwara?

She's good, sir.

I see.

That's good to hear.

Take that nice memory with you.

You've been stealing from the proceeds, haven't you?

Yes.

Fujiwara,

apologize.

I'm sorry, sir.

Toshi.

Gut him for me, will you?

He'll float in the water if we don't.

I took him under my wings.

He should at least get to die at the bottom of the sea.

Take care of it, okay?

I trust you won't betray me.

This is your first movie?

Yes.

Are you really an amateur?

Yes.

I'm a junior at Yokohama International University majoring in art.

-She's really something. -Yes.

Mr. Muranishi helped me blossom.

After the shoot, I gained my freedom and became an assertive vagina.

Hey.

Who is this young lady?

Our goddess.

Oh, wait. You can't betray Poseidon, right?

I'm coming!

You bastard...

It's a shell whistle.

I'm coming!

Have we convinced you?

I'm coming!

You sure have.

I'm coming!

-"I Like It S&M Style?" -Right.

To Märchen in Sendai, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Two hundred tapes each.

-Okay. -Okay.

Give us a hand here, Mr. Kawada.

Sorry.

Okay.

I hope this works.

SAPPHIRE PICTURES

I LIKE IT S&M STYLE

It's a Märchen exclusive!

Please stick around.

I Like It S&M Style by Kaoru Kuroki is now on sale.

-It's a Märchen exclusive! Take a look! -It's intense.

-It's intense! -Please have a look at it.

-Take a look. -Hey, mister!

-Thank you very much. -Next, please.

-Here's a pack of tissues. -That will be 14,800 yen.

-Thanks. -Thank you.

-Here's 200 yen change. -Two? Yes, sure.

That will be 14,800 yen.

Thank you.

-Here's 200 yen change. -Please don't push.

This video's going to be legendary. You interested?

Is it that great?

Just give it a go.

Okay!

Thank you very much.

Thank you.

-Can I have an autograph? -Of course.

Can I help you?

-Thank you. -Thank you.

-Me too, please. -Of course.

THAT'S BEST

Mr. Wada.

You got our notice, right?

Oh, you mean the threat letter?

Yes, you keep sending them.

Why are you selling a video that hasn't been approved?

I don't see a problem.

We stopped carrying Poseidon videos.

And business is still good.

You do realize

that you're disrupting order in the video industry, right?

Is that what you want?

Scare tactics again?

Times have changed.

Tell that to your boss.

Have a good day.

Here, take a pocket tissue.

If only we had more time.

DEPOSIT BALANCE: 54 MILLION YEN

It's not enough.

What will you do?

I had to basically beg Mr. Wada to pay us in advance.

This is the limit.

Not bad, I say.

What?

Here's 50 million.

So it adds up.

Wait.

How did you get this?

Don't worry about it. We're running out of time.

Mr. Muranishi.

You're free to go now.

The 800,000 dollars were paid.

What?

We reached a plea bargain.

Who...

Your work colleagues.

Director!

Guys...

Thank you.

Mr. Muranishi.

I thought we'd never see you again.

Welcome home.

Thanks.

You've all changed.

We want to hug you, but first...

Director.

Ms. Kuroki! How does it feel to be reunited?

It's been two years, right?

Mr. Muranishi, you too!

Step back!

Hey, watch out!

I will answer your questions over there. Follow me.

How do you feel now?

Any comments?

Mr. Kawada, what's going on?

I'll explain later.

I can't handle all your erections at once with my single vagina.

Mr. Muranishi.

Things are about to get crazy.