Episode 147 - Ichi the Killer

Ok, don’t let our (Tim’s) rating fool you. It’s not a condemnation of this film, it’s a matter of taste. That being said, you better strap yourself in and peel those eyelids back for this week’s film, “Ichi The Killer”, because you are about to get a real eyefull! This movie is out of control, and the weird, Manga-esque, hyper-stylized, ultra-graphic, sadomasochistic, visual storytelling on display is something to behold. Speaking of holding things, prepare to try and hold down your lunch for a few scenes. All of this is to say we went on a serious journey with this film, resulting in a “rent” from Ryan and a rare (and previously explained) “avoid” from Tim. Join us for the conversation…before we cut off our own tongues.

Where we watched: Shudder

Ichi the Killer (2001)
Directed by Takashi Miike
Written by Sakichi Sato and Hideo Yamamoto

RecommenDEADtions: Tapestry by Carol King (album) / Heaven’s Gate: The Cult of Cults 

Next week’s film: Apostle (2018)