Quarreling with Yakuza
Quarreling with Yakuza

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Quarreling with Yakuza

1973
Movie
94 min
Japanese

Set loose in a postwar world with no rules, an ex-juvenile delinquent begins building the most powerful gang in Tokyo's glittering Shibuya ward.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Seijun SuzukiGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A young drifter named Tatsuya finds himself entangled with a ruthless yakuza gang after a chance encounter. As he tries to navigate the treacherous underworld, he forms unlikely alliances and faces brutal challenges, all while trying to escape his past and forge a new future. The film depicts his struggle for survival and a semblance of honor amidst violence and betrayal.

Critical Reception

Quarreling with Yakuza was part of Seijun Suzuki's prolific output in the early 1970s, often characterized by stylized violence and a critique of societal norms. While not as widely recognized internationally as some of his earlier Nikkatsu works, it is appreciated by fans of Suzuki's unique cinematic vision and Japanese crime cinema for its stylish direction and energetic performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and energetic action sequences.

  • Appreciated for its exploration of yakuza underworld and a protagonist's struggle.

  • Noted for its typical Seijun Suzuki blend of surrealism and gritty crime drama.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of a loose series of yakuza films directed by Seijun Suzuki in the 1970s, often featuring similar themes and actors but not necessarily direct continuations of the same narrative.

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