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(2001)
Koroshiya 1
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An ultra dark, deeply unsettling, extreme psychological thriller from the director of ‘Audition’, ‘Ichi the killer’ is probably the most arresting and controversial movie of the last decade. Based on the ultra-violent ‘manga’ comic of the same name, this ‘delirious cinematic vision in freefall’ painfully unveils a dark canvas on which is played a terrifying battle of wits between the ultimate sadist and the ultimate masochist.
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Ichi the Killer review by 's swaile'
Very Weird - A Cross Between Kill Bill & Some British Gangster
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When I first Began Watching This Film I had to wonder.. these Japanese Men Talking (not in sync as well) in British accents, I was wondering if this film was going to be any good.
But then the nasty things started and well at one point I had to actually look away (and I love all gore and nastyness!). Once You get used to the accents is very good, I found it to be a bit like Kill Bill 1 with all the blood and guts splattered everywhere, but with the accents thrown in, a bit like a British Gangster Film.
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Ichi the Killer review by Shatner's Bassoon
Deranged, yet strangely mesmerizing
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Ichi The Killer is probably one the most misogynistic, violently graphic and sadomasochistic films I have seen yet. In some ways this film could be considered absolutely deplorable; there are scenes of extreme torture, both men and women are horrifically beaten and killed, and the film is openly sexual. But where 'Ichi The Killer' grabs you is in identifying with the extraordinary characters. Kakihara, (really the main character within the film), is probably one of the best screen villains you'll ever see. He is quiet, yet delivers vengeance to others with no mercy, his sadomasochistic inner self lives for pain and is constantly looking for someone to take him to the next level of pain. The other main character is Ichi, a young socially immature man who suffers from past experiences of high school bullying. By manipulating Ichi's inner rage and hatred for all bullies, a member of the Yakuza has converted Ichi into the ultimate killer. The main storyline within the film revolves around the assassination of the head Yakuza boss, the search for his killer (who Kakihara believes is Ichi), the power struggle within the gangs to take his place, and the knowledge that somewhere along the line Kakihara and Ichi's paths will meet. If you can get past the bloodshed and violence, then Ichi The Killer is an enjoyable and visually startling film.
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Rated: 3.5 stars out of 5 from 81 ratings
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BFI Classification:
Suitable only for persons of 18 years and over
| Release Date: | 02/06/2003 |
| Production Year: | 2001 |
| Run Time: | 120 minutes |
| Aspect Ratio: | Widescreen 1.85:1 |
| Format: | Pal |
| Colour: | Colour |
Special Features:
- 16:9 anamorphic version enhanced for widescreen tvs
- Dolby digital 5.1 audio
- Feature length audio commentary with Asian movie exert Bey Loga. Leading lady Alien Sun and producer Ellion Tong
- Interview gallery with director Takashi Miike and leads Tadanoby Asano, Alien Sun and Shinya Tsukamoto
- Glamour photo gallery with Alien Sun
- Original theatrical trailer
- photo gallery featuring behind-the-scenes images and campaign artwork
- E.P.K. featuring alternative interview with director Takashi Miike, out-takes and behind-the-scenes footage
- UK campaign trailer
- Behind-the-scenes vignettes
- Text biographies and filmographies for principle cast members
- Premier Asia showcase
