.357
On her wedding night, Jade wakes up holding the hand of her dead husband after she narrowly survived a murder attempt by the criminal family she fled from only weeks before. After pawning her wedding ring for a 357 Magnum she tries to kill a member of the family and botches the attempt. However, a Vietnam Veteran "The Hammer", comes to her aid and finishes the kill, saving her life. Over the next year, Hammer trains her to be a methodical assassin and on her wedding anniversary each member of the family will pay for their sins as she hunts them down with six bullets marked for revenge.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a skilled assassin known as the "$.357" operates in a city where crime is rampant. Haunted by his past, he takes on a mission that forces him to confront the corrupt forces controlling the city and his own morality. He must use his deadly skills to uncover a conspiracy that threatens to engulf the city in chaos.
Critical Reception
While '.357' (2013) did not receive widespread critical reviews due to its limited release, it garnered attention within anime enthusiast circles for its stylish animation and intense action sequences. Audience reception was generally positive, with viewers praising its mature themes and unique world-building, though some found the plot to be convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its striking visual design and kinetic action.
- Noted for its gritty, cyberpunk atmosphere and compelling protagonist.
- Some found the narrative pacing and plot development to be uneven.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific film is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize their specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The director, Hitoshi Nanba, is also known for his work on other anime series such as 'Gunslinger Girl' and 'Fate/Grand Order: First Order'.
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