Family Crest: Die Like a Man
Family Crest: Die Like a Man

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Family Crest: Die Like a Man

1969
Movie
86 min
Japanese

The story of three brothers who, after loosing their parents in the Great Kanto Earthquake, continued their respective yakuza family business and the revenge of the youngest one when his siblings were killed by a rival vicious yakuza boss. The first in the two part Daimon series.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Albert BandGenres: Comedy, Western

Plot Summary

A cowardly saloon owner in the Wild West is forced to defend his town when a ruthless bandit gang threatens to take over. Despite his lack of courage, he must find a way to overcome his fears and rally the townsfolk to fight back. His attempts at bravery are often comical, but ultimately lead to an unexpected showdown.

Critical Reception

The film was generally poorly received by critics, often cited for its weak script and predictable plot. Audiences found some of the comedic elements amusing, but it failed to leave a lasting impression.

What Reviewers Say

  • The comedic attempts often fall flat, relying on slapstick and over-the-top characters.

  • The western elements are generic and lack the grit of more successful films in the genre.

  • Jack Weston's performance as the cowardly protagonist is a mixed bag, providing some unintentional humor.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, with the few available noting the film as a forgettable B-movie western-comedy. Some recall it as a lighthearted, if somewhat silly, diversion.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more serious western before the script was reworked to incorporate comedic elements.

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