Eiga Reviews (the ’60s): Koroshi no Rakuin (Branded to Kill) (1967)

Unique and brilliant, Suzuki Seijun’s masterpiece… “Branded to Kill” is a film that was ahead of its time, misunderstood but now highly appreciated. This 2011 DVD release improves upon the original 1999 DVD in picture quality clarity and detail but also comes with wonderful special Read More …

Eiga Reviews (the ’60s): Tokyo Drifter (Tokyo Nagaremono) (a Neo-Tokyo 2099 Eiga Review, 1966)

Stylish, cool and all-out entertaining! Seijun Suzuki’s classic gangster film “Tokyo Drifter” is magnificent! And for those who owned the original 1999 DVD, the Criterion Collection’s 2011 release of “Tokyo Drifter” is a major improvement in picture quality and special features. Definitely recommended! Image courtesy Read More …

Eiga Reviews (the ’60s): Taiheiyo Hitoribocchi (Alone on the Pacific) (1963) (a Neo-Tokyo 2099 Eiga Review, 1963)

Entertaining! Kon Ichikawa’s “Alone Across the Pacific” is a film based on the real life solo trip made by Kenichi Horie from Japan to San Francisco back in 1962. While a straightforward and predictable film, its execution of flashbacks, character development and beautiful cinematography made Read More …