Prepare for a Laugh Riot: Action Comedy ‘Broken Rage’ Hits Prime Video!

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In the realm of action movies, there’s a standout title that’s now streaming – one that might just redefine the genre. Directed by and starring the legendary Japanese filmmaker, Takeshi Kitano, who you may recall from his roles in the 2000’s “Battle Royale” and as the host of the popular gameshow “Takeshi’s Castle”, this film, titled “Broken Rage“, was unleashed last year. The story follows Kitano as an aging hitman, seeking freedom from a life of violence, offered one final job as his chance at redemption.

While the premise may seem familiar to action thriller aficionados, let me assure you, “Broken Rage” is anything but ordinary. This movie comes with an unexpected twist, and it’s one that will leave you utterly captivated.

Under Takeshi Kitano’s direction, penning, and oversight, the movie named Broken Rage presents a unique narrative twist. Initially, it unfolds as a gritty, violent, and intense action thriller…only to be followed by a humorous take on the genre, serving as a parody. Remarkably, this unconventional approach offers a fresh perspective on the classic tale of an aging action hero. Broken Rage boasts an impressive cast that includes Tadanobu Asano, Nao Ōmori, Hakuryu, Nakamura Shidō II, and Takeshi Kitano himself. For a deeper look into this intriguing two-part storyline, peruse the synopsis provided below.

Broken Rage” – A Two-Part Film by Iconic Director Takeshi Kitano

In this two-part movie, we delve into a world of action and humor created by the renowned filmmaker Takeshi Kitano. The initial segment is an intense action flick set within a grimy underworld of crime, focusing on a hitman who’s stuck in a life-threatening predicament as he’s caught between the police and the yakuza, fighting for his survival.

The second half takes a comedic turn, offering a hilarious parody of the first part. It maintains the same storyline but injects humor into every scene, creating an amusing contrast to the gritty action presented earlier.

‘Broken Rage’ Received Rave Reviews When It Debuted at Venice Last Year

The film titled “Broken Rage” made its initial appearance at the 81st Venice International Film Festival about a year ago in August. At that time, director Takeshi Kitano expressed his gratitude for the invitation, stating, “I am deeply honored to present ‘Broken Rage’ at the 81st Venice Film Festival for its world premiere. This film dares a fresh style, and I would be overjoyed if everyone enjoyed it.” In this movie, Kitano skillfully transforms harrowing, violent incidents into comedy and farce, a feat that isn’t simple. Alexander Harrison of Screen Rant commended the action-comedy with an almost perfect rating of 4/5, stating:

As I understood the true intention behind ‘Broken Rage,’ a surge of excitement swept through the crowd, making it my most enjoyable screening during Venice Film Festival this year.

John Bleasdale from Next Best Picture gave Broken Rage another nearly perfect score of 9/10, praising Takeshi Kitano (78 years old) for venturing into the experimental in his later career. As many older directors tend to present their late works at excruciating lengths, Beat Takeshi chose to stop when enough is enough – a wise decision indeed. Sarah Manvel from Critic’s Notebook appreciated Broken Rage for adhering to the two golden rules of show business: always leave them laughing and always leave them wanting more. Lastly, James Mottram from the South China Morning Post observed that despite being in his twilight years, Kitano hasn’t lost his knack for comic timing at all.

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2025-02-17 19:03