26 Aug 1950
Rashomon
Four people recount different versions of the story of a man's murder and the rape of his wife.
Princes of the Yen
Only power that is hidden, is power that endures.
Set in 20th Century Japan the documentary explores the role and power of Central Banks and how they can be used to change a country's economic political and social structures A documentary adaption off the book by Professor Richard Werner.
Top Billed Cast
Andrew Piper Narrator
Richard Werner Self (archive Footage)
Noriko Yamagiwa Self
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