Review of Gate of Flesh (1964) by Karl S — 01 Sep 2007
I really really loved this movie. It didnt slap me in the face as much as Suzuki's other films like 'Toyko Drifter' and 'Branded to Kill' but I dont think that was his point with this one.
The film is a period piece about people after World War II and how they deal with their existence. Everyone seems to know someone that died and they all seem dreadfully alone, without no one to blame but themselves.
The film is deeply psychologoical, portraying emotional moments with a series of meticously thought out scenes involving double exposure. THe movie at times cut to shots of the american flag and bombs being shot off.
It is honestly one of the few films I have ever seen that has really transported me into the mind of a Japanese person after World War II. I think it is a very important cinematic peice and im suprised that im the first person to review it on this page.
I would reccomened it to anyone, it is a great historical and artisitic film. Yes, it does take place around a bunch of characters how are prostitutes, but that is part of the message and not for entertainment value, like some recent films.
This review of Gate of Flesh (1964) was written by Karl S on 01 Sep 2007.
Gate of Flesh has generally received very positive reviews.
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