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Ooku Hankachou

Directed by Hitoshi Ōzu

Starring Tomoko Hoshino, Chika Takami

During the reign of Shogun Ienari Tokugawa, heir Takechiyo is found murdered with aconite-coated needles. A missing needle belonging to a palace lady raises suspicion, but she claims innocence.