Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samurai

2011 • 128 minutes

About this movie

From legendary filmmaker Takashi Miike comes a classic tale of honour and revenge amidst the fall of the Samurai in 17th century Japan. Seeking a noble end, poverty-stricken Samurai Hanshirô requests to commit ritual suicide at the House of a Feudal Lord. But after being told the tragic story of another Samurai's suicide, that of Hanshirô's close friend Motome, Hanshirô sets out on a path of vengeance. A violent path that will lead to a bloody showdown with those responsible for his friend's brutal death. In Japanese with English subtitles.

Ratings and reviews

Not as good as the Masaki Kobayashi original.

Outstanding samurai film. Brutal and deeply affecting.

Too good. Must watch film