CONTROL OF VIOLENCE
CONTROL OF VIOLENCE

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CONTROL OF VIOLENCE

2015
Movie
84 min
Japanese

A three-way battle of hoodlums vs yakuza vs gyoza factory manager! A fierce battleground in Osaka, where territories are fought over with impunity. There, a group of hoodlums, who are in good shape and gaining momentum, have launched a series of surprise attacks on the Yakuza.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Lee Won-taeGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man with a violent past is forced to confront his demons when his younger sister is abducted. He must use his brutal skills to rescue her before time runs out, navigating a dangerous underworld filled with criminals and corrupt law enforcement.

Critical Reception

Control of Violence received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its intense action sequences and gritty atmosphere, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally appreciated its straightforward, violent narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for its visceral and well-choreographed fight scenes.

  • Criticism for a derivative storyline and underdeveloped characters.

  • Appreciation for its dark and suspenseful tone.

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Fun Fact

The film gained some attention for its unflinching depiction of violence, often drawing comparisons to other gritty Korean crime thrillers.

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