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Takeshi Kitano, Hirofumi Arai, Tomoko Tabata, Jô Odagiri, Kyoka Suzuki ... see more see more... , Yutaka Matsushige , Mari Hamada , Susumu Terajima , Mami Nakamura , Shuji Kashiwabara , Atsushi Ito , Jae Baxley , Shuuji Kashiwabara , Yûko Nakamura

Yoichi Sai directs Takeshi "Beat" Kitano in this adaptation of the popular Yang Seok-il novel concerning a violent, ruthless family patriarch whose obsession for money destroys all that surrounds him.... read more read more... In 1923, Kim Shun-pei left his home on a remote island south of Korea in order to seek out his fortune in Osaka, Japan. Upon arriving in Japan, Shun-pei faced relentless discrimination while forced to work hard labor under excruciating conditions. Despite the fact that the odds were stacked against him, however, Shun-pei eventually opened a Kamaboko (steamed fish cake) factory using nothing more than his remarkable personal strength and staunch determination. Shun-pei was a cunning and ruthless businessman, and his incredible tyranny extended to his personal life as well. Yet while Shun-pei's obsession with money was the very reason he eventually found success, it would also be his ultimate downfall. Later, as money and the constant quest for wealth overtook every aspect of his life, Shun-pei transforms himself into a vicious loan shark. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Unrated, 2 hr. 24 min.

Directed by: Yoichi Sai

Release Date: November 6, 2004

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  • DrBenway
    January 6, 2009
    DrBenway
    Director Yoichi Sai and star Takeshi Kitano have produced something very heavy. Kitano gives another amazing performance, one that must have been quite an ordeal for a sane man to portray. I can't say this is a pleasurable experience, but it is certainly a moving one that leaves ... read moreyou feeling rather numb.

    The film does go beyond only being about the central character, Kim. It also presents a detailed recreation of a time during rising Japanese militancy, the situation of ethnic Koreans in Japan, the effects of the post war collapse and much more, all told from a unique perspective; inside the culture enough to speak of it but also outside enough to be openly critical. It also shows, in detail, the ongoing generational consequences of family violence.
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  • gevvysidhu
    December 30, 2011
    gevvysidhu
    Interesting to see depiction of Koreans in Japan as a way to establish a context and setting. Kitano's shocking brutality is shown in the first scene and builds from there. Takeshi Kitano is one of the most interesting actors to watch. He's so quirky and eccentric that he brings ... read morea great deal of excitement on screen. He plays Kim Shunpei, a vicious man in his business and his personal life. He treats his wife, like she herself describes, as a "slave". He is quite simply heartless, showing no affection to anyone, his works or even his head. At first he starts a fishcake business, then it's success allows him to become a money lender. He soon suffers some personal setbacks, and gives his fishcake business up committing himself to his moneylending business in the same ruthlessness... The film gets very appalling and disturbing but never cliched. After the half way mark, the film loses some focus but remains interesting to watch. Near the end, it gets a little carried away with details of Kim's life and drags a little. Nonetheless, this is a powerful and unique film which is sure to have some effect on any person that watches it.
  • cacutshaw
    April 5, 2008
    cacutshaw
    Takeshi Kitano puts the "beat" in Beat Takeshi. Forget Daniel Plainsview, here is a portrait of a man who hates humanity. It's odd to see such an epic movie about such a detestable man, who rapes, cheats and abuses people throughout his life. Lowest on his priority list is his... read more own family, and it's his son who narrates the story. Taken from a autobiographical novel, this movie is a slap in the face to audiences, constantly reminded them that the world can be a terrible place and usually the bad aren't punished. A very good film that may get a higher rating after I get over the initial shock of such a downbeat film.
  • misterman99615
    June 19, 2008
    misterman99615
    A stunning film that was so very real it was disturbing. This movie is classic asian drama in that it holds nothing back and lets the viewer experience every hardship this family endured to the fullest. Kitano keeps the feel of the film at it's most depressive state as his own ... read morepersonal frustrations and anger continue to be passed on to his family and those close to him. His hate fuels him as he shows no mercy to any of those around him. The performance is stunning along with his wife and young son. The film utilizes the themes of the lifestyle of Korean immigrants in Japan along with family to tell a story that is quite horrifying, the film has intense violence, rape, and deals with issues like suicide and domestic abuse. It's a very good film and deserved all the praise it got though is definitely not for the weak of heart.

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