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Bunraku

2010 · Movie · R · 124 min · ★ 5.8 · 23% critics

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In a gunless, stylized world ruled by a ruthless boss and his squad of assassins, a lone outsider arrives in town and teams up with unlikely allies. Together they set out on a revenge-driven mission that pits honor and survival against an army of enforcers in a strange, stage-like city.

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Details
Years
2010
Release date
2010-09-01
Language
English
Rated
R
Runtime
124 min
Critic score
23/100
TMDB rating
5.8/10 (350 votes)
About

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a weird, colorful action fantasy that leans into style, pulp humor, and constant showdowns; Not for you if you need grounded realism, clear plotting, or weighty characters—think closer to Kate than Seeking Justice.

Pros: bold comic-book look; quirky genre mashup; nonstop brawls | Cons: thin story; uneven pacing; hit-or-miss fights

Themes

  • bartender
  • revenge
  • drifter
  • uncle nephew relationship

Cast & crew

Directed by Guy Moshe