Fairy in a Cage is a Japanese exploitation film released in 1977. The movie is set during the final days of World War II, and it revolves around the character of Judge Murayama, who works as the head of the Japanese military police. Murayama uses his authority and power to falsely accuse, capture, imprison and torture women he is attracted to.
One such woman is Namiji Kikushima, a high-class businesswoman who becomes a victim of Murayama's sadistic and perverse desires. She is arrested and thrown into a prison cell where she is subjected to various forms of torture and abuse. Kikushima refuses to give in to Murayama's demands, and she fights back with whatever means she has.
As the war draws to a close, the situation becomes increasingly dangerous for Kikushima and the other prisoners. With Allied forces advancing, the Japanese military police become more desperate and violent in their attempts to maintain control. The movie portrays the horrors of war and the effects it has on individuals caught up in its brutality.
Fairy in a Cage is known for its graphic and disturbing portrayal of torture and rape. It is not recommended for viewers who are sensitive to explicit violence and nudity. Despite its controversial content, it remains a cult classic in Japanese exploitation cinema.
