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Heisei Gokudoden Yasha Tears!

Heisei Gokudoden Yasha Tears! (1999)

Jun 11, 1999 1h 29m Action

Seven years have passed since the incident of the previous work. Yakuza Seiji, who was called a "Bodhisattva" and was afraid of being a "Yaksha" if he had a dos, started working at a hunting station and a town factory. There, I met Keiko, a clerk. Keiko lived with her son, who was born to a yakuza. Seiji's former group was crushed by the Ryujinkai, and Akamatsu, who had a grudge against Seiji, was at the top. Knowing the source of Seiji, Akamatsu begins revenge using bodyguards Kobiki and others. Seiji lived in peace, but the people around him were harmed and his heart returned to "Yaksha" ...

Directed by Yukihiro Sawada

Cast

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Koujiro Shimizu
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Koujiro Shimizu

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Noriko Aota
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Noriko Aota

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Ryuji Katagiri
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Ryuji Katagiri

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Kojiro Ezawa

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Kōjirō Kusanagi
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Kōjirō Kusanagi

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Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi
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Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi

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Takeshi Yamato

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Shingo Tsurumi
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Shingo Tsurumi

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Crew

Director
  • Yukihiro Sawada
Producer
  • Tatsuya Kunimatsu
  • Tatsuro Shigaki

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Thematic Analysis

This high-octane Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Heisei Gokudoden Yasha Tears! distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.

Director Yukihiro Sawada 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 1999, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Heisei Gokudoden Yasha Tears! took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 117 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 407 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 1999, when this film was released:
  • Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
  • The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
  • Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: June 11, 1999
  • Runtime: 1h 29m

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