Kamikaze Girls - 2004 [Japanese Import]

Momoko, a "Lolita" adorned in exquisite Victorian haute couture, is the sole offspring of a cowardly yakuza and an intoxicated bar hostess. Following unsuccessful scams with fake brand-name goods, Momoko's father moves them to the countryside of Ibaraki prefecture. Yearning for a more exciting life, Momoko dreams of French rococo and envisions herself living in Versailles, purchasing her elaborate lace garments from a pricey Tokyo boutique. Enter Ichiko, a tough motorcycle enthusiast who leads the female biker gang Ponytails. Together, the unlikely pair embarks on a quest to locate a renowned embroiderer, encountering shady pachinko parlor owners, renowned street rebels, and unenthusiastic customers along the way. Despite their differences, they may just find success...if only Ichiko would cease her habit of headbutting Momoko. Novala Takemoto's groundbreaking novel KAMIKAZE GIRLS, a cult favorite in Japan, is not just a clever coming-of-age tale, but a whole new lifestyle altogether.

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