Reviews of films by Takeshi Kitano
Superlative - everyone should see this
Great, a must-see if you like the genre
Good, a decent example of the genre
Watchable, but only for serious genre fans
Unwatchable
Half stars could have gone either way depending on mood.
| Movie Name / Release Year | Rating | Summary | Date | Reviewer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hana-Bi (1997) | Close to cinematic perfection | 2021-08-10 | Simon | |
| A Scene At The Sea (1991) | A quieter, more contemplative Kitano film | 2021-01-17 | Simon | |
| Boiling Point (1990) | Stylish and whimsical | 2020-07-24 | Simon | |
| Violent Cop (1989) | A landmark in Japanese cinema | 2020-07-11 | Simon | |
| Sonatine (1993) | Beautifully meditative take on the yakuza film | 2013-12-15 | Simon | |
| Getting Any? (1994) | Enjoyable piece of total lunacy from a master | 2003-04-19 | Simon | |
| Kikujiro (1999) | Delightful little road movie | 2002-01-28 | Simon |
