Jet Black
Takemiya Union Tōjō-gumi Wakagashira Yasuda (Hitomi Matsuda) retaliates against the Kansai-based Myōjin-kai by attacking their office after an assassination attempt on Union chairman Shimamura (Shunsuke Kariya). Joined by Yamashina-gumi Wakagashira Kiryu (Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi), the two succeed and pledge to work as brothers without an official oath, dedicating themselves to their organizations and the Union. The Union faces upheaval with Shimamura's retirement announcement and the loss of his son, Katsuto (Hitoshi Ozawa). The leadership race narrows to Tōjō (Hiroyuki Watanabe), Yasuda's boss, and Yamashina (Masahiro Noguchi), Kiryu's boss. Just as Yasuda’s casino operation thrives, a police raid confiscates all earnings and forces its closure. In desperation, Yasuda turns to a certain man (Naoto Takenaka) for help.
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Plot Summary
In the gritty streets of New York City, a young woman named Jet Black navigates a dangerous world of crime and ambition. After a personal tragedy, she's forced to confront the consequences of her choices as she rises through the ranks of a powerful criminal organization. Jet must use her wit and resilience to survive betrayals and protect those she cares about.
Critical Reception
Jet Black received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising Keke Palmer's performance and the film's stylish direction. However, some found the plot predictable and the character development lacking in depth.
What Reviewers Say
- Keke Palmer delivers a standout performance as the determined protagonist.
- Visually striking with a gritty urban atmosphere.
- While the story offers some thrills, it treads familiar ground in the crime genre.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's energetic pace and Keke Palmer's compelling portrayal. Some viewers felt the narrative could have been more original, but the action sequences and urban setting were often highlighted as strengths.
Fun Fact
Director X, primarily known for directing music videos for artists like Drake and Rihanna, made his feature film directorial debut with 'Jet Black'.
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