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A skilled assassin, known only as 'The Hunter', is tasked with eliminating a corrupt politician. However, his mission becomes complicated when he discovers a conspiracy that reaches far beyond his target. He finds himself caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse, with powerful forces seeking to silence him permanently. The Hunter must use all his deadly skills to survive and uncover the truth behind the conspiracy.

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising Sonny Chiba's performance and the action sequences. Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, but the overall entertainment value and Chiba's charisma often overshadowed these criticisms. It's considered a solid entry in the Japanese action thriller genre of the early 1980s.

• Sonny Chiba delivers a signature performance as the stoic assassin.
• The action choreography is well-executed and thrilling.
• The plot, while engaging, follows familiar tropes of the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film on Google is not readily available. However, general sentiment often praises Sonny Chiba's iconic roles in action films of this era.

The film is also known internationally by its English title, 'Assault on a Woman's Heart'.