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Originally Posted by Buboven  Massacre Gun (1967)
7/10
Retaliation (1968)
8/10
Both are nowhere near as good as Branded to Kill but both, particularly Retaliation are worth watching most definitely.  |
As beautifully shot Massacre Gun is at points i feel Retaliation has deeper and more interesting themes (which are complimented by its grittier and more realistic feel) The contrast between the old yakuza order and the new Yakuza thugs of the rival gang is mirrored in the sub-plot about the farmers and the yakuza's association with the factory owners - just look at the shot of the farmer smoking a cigarette like the yakuza gangsters after they accept the land deal. Basically this theme of tradition being violently replaced runs throughout the film. It also is nearly as well shot as Massacre Gun at points.