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Film Noir
2000·1h 26m·★ 7.5
Japanese original
The movie is absurd, and a thoroughly original take on the morale in Japanese society. The images are beautiful, and the people are as cold as the snow that surrounds them. The take on Melville's "Samoraï" from -67 is obvious, but Kobayashi turns the image around and portrays the killer as the weakest person in the movie - haunted by his demanding wife and the moaning contractor, who is one of the most mysterious characters ever portrayed in a movie.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A focused choice when you want a story with a clear identity and enough detail to make the choice feel intentional.
Best fit
Who it is for
A good fit when you already know the general kind of movie you want and want a little more context before pressing play.
Commitment
Light commitment · 1h 26m
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