Killer's Hit List
Killer's Hit List

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Killer's Hit List

1970
Movie
93 min
Japanese

A 1970 entertainment action masterpiece directed by Teruo Ishii. A companion piece to another Ishii-directed film from 1970, also starring Watase, Yoshida and Sato called PRISONERS' BACK LIST.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Kenneth H. BrownGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Marine, haunted by his experiences in Vietnam, returns home to find his wife murdered. Fueled by vengeance, he embarks on a violent quest to track down and eliminate the criminals responsible for her death. His path is fraught with danger as he confronts a ruthless crime syndicate.

Critical Reception

Killer's Hit List is a gritty, violent exploitation film that garnered moderate attention for its brutal action sequences and Jack Palance's intense performance. While not critically acclaimed, it found an audience among fans of crime thrillers and revenge narratives of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and no-holds-barred violence.

  • Jack Palance's stoic and menacing presence is a highlight.

  • Criticized for its thin plot and reliance on graphic content.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment often points to its effectiveness as a straightforward revenge thriller with strong action elements, though some find it overly violent.

Fun Fact

The film was known for its explicit violence for its time, contributing to its status as an exploitation film.

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