Hara-Kiri

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Ashequl I @Tofa13 2 days ago Harakiri, a perfect Japanese movie and one of the greatest films of all time. The story follows an old man who wants to commit harakiri. But as he tells his story, he reveals some cruel and brutal truths that will make you sad, angry, and ultimately give you a sense of satisfaction. The movie has some great action, a brilliant story, and an excellent screenplay. The acting was on another level. Loved the performances of the entire cast. The direction was top-notch, too. The film also explores deep political themes and exposes the dark reality of society. Some parts of the movie were truly heartbreaking. Overall, a masterpiece that will remain timeless for many years to come. See more Karan K @RT49546680 Oct 2, 2026 took patience from me, but ultimately rewarded it. The first thirty minutes are extremely slow, formal and dialogue heavy, and I even nodded off briefly. Once the backstory begins unfolding, however, the film becomes significantly more gripping. Tatsuya Nakadai is excellent, the supporting performances are extremely controlled, and the screenplay gradually transforms what initially seems like a simple samurai story into a powerful examination of honor, hypocrisy and institutions protecting appearances over humanity. The black and white cinematography is beautifully composed, while the later action feels more artistic and deliberate than conventional. I admired the movie more than I emotionally connected with it, and the pacing prevents me from putting it anywhere near masterpiece territory. But for a film from 1962 to remain this intelligent, tense and visually controlled in 2026 is remarkable. See more Cody B. @KeenOmega Jun 17, 2026 This is insane how good this looks for being this old. It's a bit slow throughout the movie but I promise it all pays off in the end. It really lets the dust settle before dropping some key points in the plot. I can see why this movie sits in the top 100 movies. See more sean O. @seandaddy0 Jan 24, 2026 Such a great movie! Wonderful plot twists. See more Tom F @RT55173143 Jan 24, 2026 A great looking movie with a compelling story and narrative structure. See more Mickey B. @Mickerdoo Jan 18, 2026 The story unravels very stoically. Reveals the value of life and honor over classism. Glad it ramped up in the last 20 minutes. See more Read all reviews

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