Sure Death! Brown, You Bounder!
When the Shogunates greatest secret is stolen, the fate of the nation hangs in the balance. The Shogunate sends an incompetent cop, Tanaka, to Kyoto to act as a stalking horse. Hoping the thieves will kill Tanaka and the Ninja Spies will kill the thieves. But what the Shogunate doesn't realise is that Tanaka's even more incompetent assistant Mondo is in fact the leader of a gang of revengers for hire, there motto is "Sure Death" (or your money cheerfully refunded). Mondo doesn't know that everyone knows about the secret, but they all think he does. Poor Mondo, he not only has to deal with crazed Shogunate extremists, oddball ninjas, crooks who work for the Emperor and bicycle riding foreign death squads. He also have to deal with a wife and a crazy mother-in-law!
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Plot Summary
In this short British comedy, two characters, Brown and Davies, are on a mission to discover the meaning of life. Their journey takes them through various absurd situations and philosophical discussions as they attempt to decipher existence itself. The film blends slapstick humor with existential musings in a unique and offbeat narrative.
Critical Reception
As a short, independent film from 1985, "Sure Death! Brown, You Bounder!" did not receive widespread critical attention. It is generally regarded as an eccentric and niche comedy, appreciated by those who enjoy absurdist humor and experimental filmmaking. Its limited release means there isn't a broad consensus, but it's noted for its unique premise and comedic style.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unconventional humor and philosophical undertones.
- Seen as an acquired taste due to its absurdist and experimental nature.
- Noted for its distinctive British comedic sensibility.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a collection of experimental shorts that aimed to push creative boundaries within the independent film scene of the 1980s.
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