Otoko Ippiki Gaki Daisho
Otoko Ippiki Gaki Daisho

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Otoko Ippiki Gaki Daisho

1971
Movie
80 min
Japanese

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Yukio NodaGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of young delinquents find themselves caught in a brutal cycle of violence and revenge. After one of their members is murdered, they embark on a perilous quest to bring the culprits to justice. Their path is fraught with danger as they navigate the treacherous underworld, facing off against rival gangs and corrupt law enforcement.

Critical Reception

This early yakuza film is noted for its raw energy and bleak portrayal of juvenile delinquency and gang warfare. While not as polished as later entries in the genre, it offered a gritty and uncompromising look at the lives of its young protagonists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unvarnished portrayal of youth violence.

  • Criticized for its grim and often nihilistic tone.

  • Considered a notable early example of the 'Gendai Yakuza' genre.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on a manga of the same name by Hiroshi Motomiya, who would later create the popular 'Salaryman Kintaro' series.

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