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Pale Flower is a 1964 Japanese film noir directed by Masahiro Shinoda. The film follows Muraki, a Yakuza hitman (Ryō Ikebe), who is released from prison and becomes involved in a tumultuous relationship with a mysterious young woman named Saeko (Mariko Kaga). As Muraki navigates the dangers of the Yakuza world, he finds himself drawn into a world of high-stakes gambling, crime, and violence. The film's focus on visuals and sound over dialogue adds to its haunting and atmospheric tone, making it a standout of the Japanese New Wave.