The sixties was the birth of subversive cinema with both the Japanese samurai and the American western genres being taken over by the next generation of antagonists, violence and gritty realism. Pessimistic worldviews. It was adapted to film three times; ours was the last adaptation. Other Movies Discussed Poison - (1991) – Directed by Todd Haynes Some fun scenes of body parts flyin' and blood sprayin'. Showing all 3 items Jump to: Summaries (2) Synopsis (1) Summaries. We look at the cult classic samurai film from 1966 and its recent blu-ray release. Could’ve done without the sexual violence. Tatsuya Nakadai is creepy. It is a perverse ceremonial, a samurai’s funeral. The Sword of Doom is presented in its original aspect ratio of 2.35:1, and is Anamorphic for widescreen TVs. Definitely not my last time with 'Sword of Doom'. He was actually a newspaper reporter for Hochi Shimbun. It's unreal how many great movies Nakadai starred in during the 50s and 60s (mostly). The Sword of Doom. Aside from that enjoyed every minute of it. This review may contain spoilers. The sword fights are great. Finishing a lot of films I was halfway through recently, the sword of doom is an odd one. Refreshing to see a samurai movie in which Toshiro Mifune does not kill Tatsuya Nakadai for a change. It is based on the serial novel of the same title by Kaizan Nakazato. His anger and his actions lead him down a path of torment that culminate in a mental breakdown that portrays endless, impotent rage in the most cinematic way I've ever witnessed. A gifted swordsman plying his craft during the turbulent final days of shogunate rule in Japan, Ryunosuke (Nakadai) kills without remorse or mercy. But “Sword of Doom” is, of course, a tragedy. 1,446 films watched. Favorites: Citizen Kane (1941), Rashomon (1950), Lawrence of Arabia (1962). This life doesn’t end is a classic dual, it ends swings away at the demons that infest the mind. The Sword of Doom (1966) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The end is artistically brilliant, but structurally abysmal. Last month, the family and I went camping and after a miserable night’s sleep I woke up in a foul mood. Brutal. Remobo is using Letterboxd to share film reviews and lists with friends. It’s essentially a film about addiction, with the addiction being to killing mf’s. A gifted swordsman plying his craft during the turbulent final days of shogunate rule in Japan, Ryunosuke (Nakadai) kills without remorse or mercy. Film data from TMDb. Action, Drama. The same thing happened when I first tried watching both 'Ran' and 'Harakiri'. Synopsis. No way to run from them. In Doom Eternal, one of the Crucibles is the Doom Slayer's own sword from his time as a Night Sentinel and can be used in the later parts of the game. Favorites: Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009), Arrival (2016), The Hidden Fortress (1958), Knives Out (2019). This is not an ordinary film, and that is a fact. A look at the dark side of the ultra-violent lifestyle of a samurai. The Sword of Doom (大菩薩峠, Dai-bosatsu Tōge, "Great Bodhisattva Pass"), is a 1966 jidaigeki film directed by Kihachi Okamoto and stars Tatsuya Nakadai. or the prospect of seeing Toshiro Mifune decimate a group of rōnin in the driving snow isn't enough to turn you on to The Sword of Doom, I don't know what will. I can handle the truth. It was written by an author named Kaizan Nakazato. To have you lower your guard (in either confusion or underestimation...he doesn't care) in preparation for the death blow. With Tatsuya Nakadai, Michiyo Aratama, Yûzô Kayama, Yôko Naitô. "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer" with Samurai, "Sword of Doom" is the story of a madman and his downward spiral...it's no spoiler to say this won't have a happy ending. © Letterboxd Limited. Mifune remains the greatest movie star of all time. Let's forget about the huge influence this movie had over several future films around the world and basically over Japanese samurai filmmaking for a while and start talking…. THE SWORD OF DOOM Dai-bosatsu tôge. His style is unusual. Directed by Kihachi Okamoto. Audio: The Sword of Doom contains a 1.0 mono audio track of the film in Japanese. Favorites: The Exorcist (1973), Beauty and the Beast (1946), Red Beard (1965), It's a Wonderful Life (1946). Now, it's their turn. The sword is the soul. Tatsuya Nakadai and Toshiro Mifune star in the story of a wandering samurai who exists in a maelstrom of violence. Film data from TMDb. Come for the in depth movie analysis, stay for the golden nuggets of comedy. Ryunosuke, a gifted swordsman plying his trade during the turbulent final days of Shogunate rule, has no moral code and kills without remorse. I did not know what to expect beforehand being on uncharted territory with the first jidaigeki that I watched not directed by either Kurosawa or Kobayashi. The last part of the film takes place in an oiran house (courtesan brothel), where young women entertain samurai. There's a number of…, Jayce Fryman 18,679 films 3,494 115 Edit, This list collects every film from the Starting List that became They Shoot Pictures Don't They's 1000 Greatest Films. Study the soul to know the sword. The Dudes discuss 1966's "The Sword of Doom", directed by Kihachi Okamoto, starring Tatsuya Nakadai. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Sword Of Doom released in 1966 was a classic Japanese period piece featuring Tatsuya Nakadai who was always known for playing heavies. 1966 I enjoyed the idea of dishonor as a self-fulfilling prophecy; that the doom of the title is Ryunosuke’s rather than others’. To circumvent this, the Doom Slayer tends to break the handle off of a Crucible after killing a Titan, … It is a way of life that ultimately leads to madness. His progression into madness, coupled with his swordsmanship, make the film feel ahead of its time by following the 'bad guy' instead of having a tragic turn bring the protagonist to his lowest point within the film itself. Join here. Thousands of echoing sounds and voices, coming from shadows that appear in every direction. "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer" with Samurai, "Sword of Doom" is the story of a madman and his downward spiral...it's no spoiler to say this won't have a happy ending. The world's full of villains, but he beats them all. Tatsuya Nakadai goes on a rampage in this strange but gorgeously shot samurai film. You could say that Ryunosuke is…, The concepts of hollow honor and meaningless bushido code are nothing new in jidaigeki, but I struggle to recall even a present-day samurai film as utterly bleak as this. by condorcraney in Letterboxd [–] Recoba 2 points 3 points 4 points 4 months ago (0 children) The Sword of Doom was going to be my recommendation but since it's already been said, I'd recommend Hiorshi Inagaki's Samurai Trilogy starring Toshiro Mifune. This might be his most evil character. In the case of 'Ran', I started it over and watched the whole thing again the next day and loved it. They do sort of come together at various points throughout…. A strange, sort-of villain side story. 725 films watched. If you know of something I should add, or I added something erroneously here, please let me know…, Ivica_Pusticki 1,000 films 10,977 1351 Edit, You all heard about that famous book called "1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die", right!? His sword pointing down, his eyes facing the floor; he almost seems ashamed. Kihachi Okamoto's The Sword of Doom is likely to strike the unalerted viewer as an exercise in absurdist violence, tracking the career of a nihilistic swordsman from his gratuitous murder of a defenseless old man to his final descent into what looks like a rehearsal for global annihilation, as, in a kind of ecstasy, he slaughters a seemingly endless army of attackers both real and phantasmal. The Sword is on Facebook. Toshiro Mifune shows up just to prove that he's a bad-ass in a cameo that is literally only there to show Ryunosuke that he's not the baddest MF-er around. Swords dismembering bodies have never been rendered this beautiful, yet if this is one of the greatest action films, it is because Okamoto adds on silent moment before Nakadai’s pulse of death can wreck even more lives. An unfathomable stylisation of rage, tension and insanity, the central character Ryunosuke Tsukue, played with sheer malice by Tatsuya Nakadai isn't just an anti-hero but a full blown villain, with the more traditionally moral characters being relegated to mere supporting roles. Directed by. Nakadai is Ryunosuke Tsukue the son of a fencing instructor. Takarazuka Eiga Company Ltd. Toho Company, Ltd. Miecz Przeznaczenia, Dai-bosatsu tôge, Sword of Doom, Le sabre du mal, Перевал Великого Будды, 122 mins   It is a brutal, uncompromising, psychologically disturbing and beautifully crafted film that purely portrays the samurai and the darkest and cruelest side of the human being. Finally, if Okamoto's stunning compositions (so dense!) I love him and he's still alive today and does the occasional acting / voice acting part, the most recent one I've seen being Giovanni's Island from 2014. Several plot threads are started, but don't really amount to much at the start. This visual feast of a film will keep you entertained, tense, and confused. It is a way of life that ultimately leads to madness. It’s a way of life that leads to madness. This is accomplished by simply having the villain of the film be the main character while the people you would consider the heroes are regulated to the supporting cast. I can dig the irony of Ryunosuke being taken out by other nefarious dudes he aligned himself with, but I’m disappointed that Toshiro Mifune was basically given a bit…. An entire plot point is left untended, and even the delicious freneticism of the ending is not enough to make you forget about it. The audio itself sounds very well preserved, or in this case restored, as no audible pops or crackles can be heard. A strange combination indeed. Deals an extra 20 melee damage.Colin Williams, creator of the sword Ep. Kihachi Okamoto. The direction matches this instinctive fury, with shots that capture the lightning-fast twitches of feet changing position…. This could have easily been a good samurai film but the combination of interesting story, amazing cinematography and directing really elevate this to something great. Anything with more than 1,000 views on Letterboxd that’s longer…, Darren Carver-Balsiger 1,046 films 21,717 1535 Edit. 10 films watched. Updated: March 19, 2021 Created: January 13, 2013 View More Lists Follow Me, ——————————————————————— CRITERION CHALLENGE 2021 ➔ ———————————————————————, juliodogpit 1,001 films 12,902 554 Edit, UPDATE--------------------------------------------------------------------------, Check out also: The 100 Greatest Documentaries, ranked as objectively as possible The 100 Greatest Directors The 100 Greatest…, Constantly updating. © Letterboxd Limited. Details. Bio: pip pop Through his unconscionable actions against others, a sociopath samurai builds a trail of vendettas that follow him closely. The 1001 Greatest Films, ranked as objectively as possible, The 100 Greatest Documentaries, ranked as objectively as possible, The Most Comprehensive List of Japanese Movies Ever...Maybe, FINISHED PROJECT: 1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die by (all) members of Letterboxd, Psychosexual dramas, nihilistic fever dreams & surrealism with a touch of humour, Every Film Available on The Criterion Channel. Evil mind, evil sword.-Toranosuke Shimada. Crucible blade is said to be one of the weapons capable of neutralizing Titans; however, the Titan will rise again if the Crucible blade is ever removed from its body. The Flaming Poisoning Raging Sword Of Doom, often erroneously referred to as The Flaming Raging Poisoning Sword Of Doom inside and outside the podcast, is a sword found at Fantasy Costco. I pulled out a stack of Criterion booklets I’d brought along and opened up Geoffrey O’Brien’s essay on The Sword of Doom. 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