Black Speeding
Black Speeding

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Black Speeding

1964
Movie
89 min
Japanese

Takuya Tsuda is a cop who loves motorcycles. One day a speeding motorcycle seriously injures a child and his investigations lead Takuya to Akio Yazawa, the boss of the Sakamoto Motorcycle Club.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Francis D. LyonGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, haunted by a past accident, gets involved in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a ruthless criminal. As the stakes rise, he must confront his inner demons and decide whether to succumb to the darkness or fight for redemption.

Critical Reception

Black Speeding received a mixed reception upon its release, with some critics praising its suspenseful narrative and William Shatner's performance, while others found the plot to be somewhat derivative and predictable. Audience reception was moderate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and Shatner's compelling portrayal.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable storyline.

  • Found to be a serviceable, if unexceptional, crime thriller of its era.

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Fun Fact

William Shatner starred in this film shortly before his breakout role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek.

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