Review of 13 Assassins (2010) by Kalel J — 02 Oct 2011
Takashi Miike's bloody epic is a wholly different affair to the film's that make his fame. '13 Assassins' is a film of scale, encompassing history and politics as the driving force to upheaval and retaliation. It is a beast, huge in size and ferocity, yet sleek and intelligent. While it is an action film, it holds a beating heart of cultural significance and pride, always inclined to give a reason to the blood being shed on screen. There is much chance for excitement, but equal chance for a rounded and rousing cinematic experience.
The set pieces are huge, it's action sometimes relentless, and the themes are powerful. But, while everything in the film is big, perhaps what is most impressive about '13 Assassins' is that it remains convincingly personal. It is both an observation to the parting of a political system, but also an ode to the lives lost in this conquest - on both sides of this feud.
This review of 13 Assassins (2010) was written by Kalel J on 02 Oct 2011.
13 Assassins has generally received very positive reviews.
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