Uzumasa Jacopetti
Uzumasa Jacopetti

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Uzumasa Jacopetti

2013
Movie
83 min
Japanese

Set in Uzumasa, Kyoto, Shoji Hyakkan lives with his wife and kid happily. He then begins to build a house held together by magnets. One night, Koji steals and kills a cow, to use its cowhide as decoration wall material for his magnet house. By chance, Police Officer Kobayakawa happens to see what Shoji Hyakkan is doing. Police Officer Kobayakawa then offers Shoji a deal. (c) Asianwiki

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Takashi MiikeGenres: Action, Drama

Plot Summary

In the crime-ridden underbelly of Kyoto, a disillusioned yakuza enforcer named Sano finds himself entangled in a brutal power struggle between rival gangs. When his loyalty is tested and his past comes back to haunt him, Sano must navigate a treacherous path of violence and betrayal to protect those he cares about. The film delves into themes of honor, redemption, and the cyclical nature of violence within the yakuza world.

Critical Reception

Uzumasa Jacopetti received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting Takashi Miike's signature directorial style and the film's intense action sequences. While some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted, many praised the performances and the visceral portrayal of yakuza life.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and stylish action.

  • Miike's characteristic dark and violent aesthetic is on full display.

  • Performances are strong, particularly from the lead cast.

Google audience: Audience reception for Uzumasa Jacopetti is not widely documented on Google platforms.

Fun Fact

The film is often noted for its stark contrast between beautifully serene Kyoto settings and the brutal violence depicted within them, a technique frequently employed by director Takashi Miike.

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