Cast
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Takeshi Kitano
as Otomo
Ryo Kase
as Ishihara
Toshiyuki Nishida
as Nishino
Shun Sugata
as Okamoto
Ken Mitsuishi
as Eijiro Gomi
Tomokazu Miura
as Minoru Kato
Yutaka Matsushige
as Detective Shigeta
Shigeru Kōyama
as Fuse
Hirofumi Arai
as Shima
Kenta Kiritani
as Ono
Fumiyo Kohinata
as Kataoka
Machiko Ono
as Tatto Girl
Hakuryu
as Lee
Sansei Shiomi
as Nakata
Akira Nakao
as Tomita
Crew
Director
- Takeshi Kitano
Writer
- Takeshi Kitano
Producer
- Masayuki Mori
- Takio Yoshida
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Crime film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Beyond Outrage distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Takeshi Kitano brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2012, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Beyond Outrage took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 112 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 167 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 40 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 462 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1379 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2012, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Beyond Outrage shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Music Box, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Beyond Outrage subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Darkman and Hard to Kill explore similar territory, Beyond Outrage stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: September 3, 2012
- Runtime: 1h 52m
- Revenue: $16,215,856
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