Boiling Point | Japanese Crime Film DVD

Product Information

• Title: Boiling Point (San tai Yon ekkusu Jugatsu)
• UPC: 5024571700584
• Product Type: Region 2 PAL DVD
• Audio Options: English 2.0
• Subtitles: English
• Total Runtime: 103 minutes
• Made in: EU
• Genre: Crime, Drama

Overview

"Boiling Point" (Japanese: San tai Yon ekkusu Jugatsu, literally "3 to 4x October") is a 1990 Japanese crime film directed by Takeshi Kitano, who is also known by his stage name Beat Takeshi. This film marks Kitano's second directorial effort and his first as a screenwriter. It is considered a significant step in his evolution as a filmmaker, showcasing his unique style and approach to storytelling.

The plot follows Masaki (played by Yūrei Yanagi), a young man who is aimlessly drifting through life as a member of a losing local baseball team. When the team's coach is threatened by a local yakuza, Masaki teams up with a friend to travel to Okinawa in search of firearms to exact revenge. Upon arriving in Okinawa, they encounter a psychotic yakuza member named Uehara (played by Kitano), who has his own vendetta. As the story unfolds, the boys become increasingly entangled in Uehara's dangerous world, leading to unsettling consequences.

The film blends elements of dark humor, violence, and existential themes, reflecting Kitano's signature style that later defined his career.

Product Features

• Format: Region 2 (PAL) DVD
• Audio Options: English 2.0
• Subtitles: English
• Total Runtime: 103 minutes
• Genre: Crime, Drama
• Region Compatibility: Region 2 (Europe, Middle East, Japan, South Africa)
• Made in: EU

Interesting Facts

• Takeshi Kitano's Directorial Style
• Kitano's direction in "Boiling Point" showcases his ability to blend humor with violence, a hallmark of his later films.
• Cinematography
• The film features cinematography by Katsumi Yanagishima, capturing the stark contrasts of the story's themes and settings.
• Cultural Context
• "Boiling Point" reflects the sociopolitical climate of Japan in the early 1990s, exploring themes of youth disillusionment and the impact of violence.
• Klaus Kinski's Influence
• While Kitano is known for his unique style, his collaboration with Kinski in earlier works influenced his approach to character development and storytelling.
• Cult Following
• Over the years, "Boiling Point" has gained a cult following for its unconventional narrative and Kitano's distinctive filmmaking techniques.

Publishers

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