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Outrage Coda is a violent but unsatisfying end to the Outrage Trilogy. The main problem is that Takeshi Kitano's Otomo is barely in it and little time is given to his story/motivations. As a result, when he goes on his climatic rampage (that's not a spoiler if you've seen the Outrage films -- He always goes on a rampage), you don't care because the film hasn't built it up properly. The rest of the major characters are all very superficially drawn and equally evil, so it's tough to care about who is doing what to whom during the convoluted schemes. The ending seems like it was supposed to be very moving, but is more likely to leave you going, "huh?"
That said, I strongly recommend you watch this immediately after watching the first 2 films. At the very least, Kitano's character's lingering resentment from those films may carry over and round out his character in this film.
That said, I strongly recommend you watch this immediately after watching the first 2 films. At the very least, Kitano's character's lingering resentment from those films may carry over and round out his character in this film.
This whole trilogy did not impress me at all. Takeshi performs as good as always and the rest of the cast was good also. But generally, all three movies looked flat to me. I love a ton of shooting and a lot of yelling, but these three movies look like a ton of shooting and yelling, and not much of anything else. I reckon Takeshi wanted to make simply an entertaining film, that would probably be enjoyed by mainly Japanese audiences.
The plot in all three movies is basically the same. Yakuza families trying to rise above other Yakuza families. After each dead, a Yakuza family seeks revenge against another family. All of them plot against each other. That's it.
Looks like Takeshi was bored to think of a more interesting plot. I don't know..Some twists in it maybe could help. Some more of that dark humor present here and there would also help. But unfortunately, the overall taste left on me after watching all three movies, is that there is nothing to remember afterwards. At some point even the background music looks like it is totally out of place.
Regarding positives, the actors who played the Yakuza bosses and underbosses all play their parts well. And there are scenes with subtle black humor that made me laugh genuinely. Lastly, these movies do show the vanity of the gangster universe. Sure you can rise to the highest peak in a crime syndicate, but at the end of the day you are nothing but an expendable tool yourself. And each passing day only brings your downfall closer.
I would keep the best ideas from all three movies and i would think of a better plot for a single movie. Three movies with so many similarities between them, for me this is kind of an overkill.
Not among Takeshi's best.
The plot in all three movies is basically the same. Yakuza families trying to rise above other Yakuza families. After each dead, a Yakuza family seeks revenge against another family. All of them plot against each other. That's it.
Looks like Takeshi was bored to think of a more interesting plot. I don't know..Some twists in it maybe could help. Some more of that dark humor present here and there would also help. But unfortunately, the overall taste left on me after watching all three movies, is that there is nothing to remember afterwards. At some point even the background music looks like it is totally out of place.
Regarding positives, the actors who played the Yakuza bosses and underbosses all play their parts well. And there are scenes with subtle black humor that made me laugh genuinely. Lastly, these movies do show the vanity of the gangster universe. Sure you can rise to the highest peak in a crime syndicate, but at the end of the day you are nothing but an expendable tool yourself. And each passing day only brings your downfall closer.
I would keep the best ideas from all three movies and i would think of a better plot for a single movie. Three movies with so many similarities between them, for me this is kind of an overkill.
Not among Takeshi's best.
I recently watched Outrage Coda (2017) on Prime. The storyline follows Otomo, who is now living in Korea, laying low years after his street wars in Japan. He works for a new boss in Korea, who begins to stir up trouble with some of Otomo's old associates in Japan. Otomo is forced to return to Japan to settle the score with old enemies and conduct business for his employer.
This film is written, directed by, and stars Takeshi Kitano (The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi), with supporting performances by Hakuryû (Violent Cop), Kanji Tsuda (Ju-on: The Grudge), Ren Ôsugi (Shin Godzilla), and Hiroyuki Ikeuchi (Ip Man).
These films consistently excel in their attention to detail with attire, settings, props, and casting-capturing the look and mannerisms that immerse you in the yakuza world. I always enjoy these movies. The violence is sudden, intense, and a lot of fun. The dialogue strikes a perfect balance between intense and humor, with some sharp one-liners. As the film unfolds, there are some great kills that keep you engaged through the final moments. There's a lot to appreciate here.
In conclusion, Outrage Coda is another fantastic entry in the yakuza series and an absolute must-see. I'd give this a solid 7/10 and highly recommend all three films in the series.
This film is written, directed by, and stars Takeshi Kitano (The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi), with supporting performances by Hakuryû (Violent Cop), Kanji Tsuda (Ju-on: The Grudge), Ren Ôsugi (Shin Godzilla), and Hiroyuki Ikeuchi (Ip Man).
These films consistently excel in their attention to detail with attire, settings, props, and casting-capturing the look and mannerisms that immerse you in the yakuza world. I always enjoy these movies. The violence is sudden, intense, and a lot of fun. The dialogue strikes a perfect balance between intense and humor, with some sharp one-liners. As the film unfolds, there are some great kills that keep you engaged through the final moments. There's a lot to appreciate here.
In conclusion, Outrage Coda is another fantastic entry in the yakuza series and an absolute must-see. I'd give this a solid 7/10 and highly recommend all three films in the series.
- kevin_robbins
- Oct 11, 2024
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These movies taught me to play with them. I know now that people betray you no matter how good you are, you only have to be true to yourself and the right person will notice it.
Do what you do well and never let anybody lure you to the wrong side, always someone wants something from you but be sure that it is the right things.
Never let slows minds slow you down.
Do what you do well and never let anybody lure you to the wrong side, always someone wants something from you but be sure that it is the right things.
Never let slows minds slow you down.
At first, I felt sentiment about how old Toshiyuki Nishida was getting. His speaking had been more feeble. But the performance of his face was unbelievable! In spite of no quote, it was so terrible!
This movie warns us of that the big struggle is always caused by a small 'revenge' for trival things in even our society, not only government and mafias'. It's hard to settle it peacefully. When you would make someone lose face, sometimes you cannot solve it by money.
I saw Pierre Taki in a commercial of the movie many times. So I looked forward to watching it, but his role was very sissy. The highlight was only the beginning scene.
This movie warns us of that the big struggle is always caused by a small 'revenge' for trival things in even our society, not only government and mafias'. It's hard to settle it peacefully. When you would make someone lose face, sometimes you cannot solve it by money.
I saw Pierre Taki in a commercial of the movie many times. So I looked forward to watching it, but his role was very sissy. The highlight was only the beginning scene.
OUTRAGE CODA is the closing film in a trilogy that had an excellent outset, a decent middle and an ending that's...well, a little disappointing, considering what's come before. It's not a bad film certainly but it does feel a little circumspect, a little superfluous compared to what happened in the last two movies. Takeshi is back again, this time hiding out on Jeju Island before more Yakuza rivalry back in Japan sees him jetting across the water to take care of things. The film is an extreme slow-burner like much of Takeshi's work, and that's fine, but the plotting feels a little muddled and repetitive at times and the violence isn't quite as creative as in the previous instalments.
- Leofwine_draca
- Nov 19, 2022
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After watching the whole series, I think now it's the time to pounder on them. Of course, this review is only for the third installment.
By now, whoever is watching, either is aware of everything or happened to come by randomly. If you are the latter, you might feel let down, since this is not your mainstream mafia movie. This is an epic, a sad tale about a loyal, and, might I add, methodical, Yakuza. Methodical as this movie!
Everything is carefully crafted, but, then again, it takes its time. It drags like Otomo: reckless, but slow-paced; though, it plays out so nicely that it's good to watch, if you like Japanese movies.
Surely not a classic like The Godfather, and it does sounds kinda funny when you come to think of it, since most "executives" looks like a bunch of sloths, but Otomo's "plank" determination onto killing every goddamn traitor is outstanding.
Not a movie for everyone, but it should be, I guess... if you like... Yakuza stuff.
By now, whoever is watching, either is aware of everything or happened to come by randomly. If you are the latter, you might feel let down, since this is not your mainstream mafia movie. This is an epic, a sad tale about a loyal, and, might I add, methodical, Yakuza. Methodical as this movie!
Everything is carefully crafted, but, then again, it takes its time. It drags like Otomo: reckless, but slow-paced; though, it plays out so nicely that it's good to watch, if you like Japanese movies.
Surely not a classic like The Godfather, and it does sounds kinda funny when you come to think of it, since most "executives" looks like a bunch of sloths, but Otomo's "plank" determination onto killing every goddamn traitor is outstanding.
Not a movie for everyone, but it should be, I guess... if you like... Yakuza stuff.
- gabriel_sanchez
- Jan 6, 2020
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A tired ending for Kitano's cynical yakuza trilogy. It has a simpler plot, a tighter pace, and even more famous old people, but grotesque moments aside, everything is too mediocre to be remembered. As I couldn't care for any of the characters, the bitter ending didn't bother me at all.
- x_manicure_x
- Aug 13, 2021
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This is the last movie in Outrage serial, and what a great ending it is. There are a plenty of new charachters and some of the charachters from previous Outrage movies, but Otomo is still there, this old style Yakuza is giving creeps to all of Yakuza clans, fantastically played by Beat Takeshi, you can feel his specific and nihilistic humour, just enjoyment to watch, other actors are also great in their roles and this is the last movie to feature Ren Osugi, he was one of my favorite Japanese actors in the last 20 years, may he RIP. I must admit that i enjoy more this movie than the previous, Beyond Outrage, i still don't get it why so much negative reactions and rates for this installment. If you love Beat Takeshi, Yakuza and gangster flicks with sense of humour this movie is definetely for you.
I gave 8/10.
- aleksandarsarkic
- Sep 21, 2018
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This was the same old same old generic Japanese-Korean crime syndicate/mafioso script of tie people to a chair and beat them then shoot them, etc. Lots of fake (look, dress, demeanor) tough people standing in the background for ambience. Lots of monied club and backroom and showy monied residences for backdrop. Characters & acting rote redundant as can be. zzzzzzz!
- westsideschl
- Dec 18, 2018
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The first Outrage movie was an all-out extremely violent yakuza gang movie, with traces of humor and dialogues. A popcorn movie, but still satisfying to watch.
The second Outrage movie built a more intricate set-up and story, that justified the 2nd half of the film scenes.
The third and final part, Coda, is about the clash between traditional / old-school yakuza versus modern, petulant yakuza.
It's about honor and respect of the code versus greed, constant betrayal and perversity.
The movie features better written dialogues than in the previous two parts, and an interesting take on how modern society might affect yakuza businesses.
Kitano's character, Otomo, follows the traditional code of honor of the yakuza, to the end. It was a beautiful story.
Note that the scenario doesn't actually consider the modern spirit to be negative in all circumstances: Otomo's boss, Chang, is a business man who has embraced modernity, and who does not condone violence.
Kitano delivered an amazing trilogy.
The second Outrage movie built a more intricate set-up and story, that justified the 2nd half of the film scenes.
The third and final part, Coda, is about the clash between traditional / old-school yakuza versus modern, petulant yakuza.
It's about honor and respect of the code versus greed, constant betrayal and perversity.
The movie features better written dialogues than in the previous two parts, and an interesting take on how modern society might affect yakuza businesses.
Kitano's character, Otomo, follows the traditional code of honor of the yakuza, to the end. It was a beautiful story.
Note that the scenario doesn't actually consider the modern spirit to be negative in all circumstances: Otomo's boss, Chang, is a business man who has embraced modernity, and who does not condone violence.
Kitano delivered an amazing trilogy.
- onizukajedi
- Apr 22, 2020
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- beberyyclose
- Sep 8, 2017
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- EvanKevelson
- Dec 29, 2019
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Being a huge fan of the first two Outrage movies, I anticipated the newest (and apparently last) Outrage movie in the franchise, Outrage Coda.
After watching the movie I had the definite sense something was missing. The most obvious was that many of the participants in the first two movies weren't there. They were all killed off either in the first or second movie. There's plenty of mob killings in Outrage Coda. Yes, there is action galore, but ....
In my opinion, the absence of Detective Kataoka, the slimy, scheming, corrupt detective who was the Iago to Otomo's Othello is a serious drawback. His conniving scheming between the major crime families and between Otomo and the crime families provided the drama which made the story and the action compelling. Detective Kataoka is not in Outrage Coda obviously, he was done away with in Beyond Outrage, but the scheming, conspiracies, and intrigues between the two families are. This results in a lot of back-and-forth between the families, conspiracies, action, and shoot-outs, but an overall less interesting movie than the first two.
Takeshi Kitano is a good filmmaker, and it is a good movie. For this reason, whether or of you are a confirmed fan of the first two, you should purchase this movie. If you are an Outrage fan, you will watch the first two movies a lot more and this one less.
After watching the movie I had the definite sense something was missing. The most obvious was that many of the participants in the first two movies weren't there. They were all killed off either in the first or second movie. There's plenty of mob killings in Outrage Coda. Yes, there is action galore, but ....
In my opinion, the absence of Detective Kataoka, the slimy, scheming, corrupt detective who was the Iago to Otomo's Othello is a serious drawback. His conniving scheming between the major crime families and between Otomo and the crime families provided the drama which made the story and the action compelling. Detective Kataoka is not in Outrage Coda obviously, he was done away with in Beyond Outrage, but the scheming, conspiracies, and intrigues between the two families are. This results in a lot of back-and-forth between the families, conspiracies, action, and shoot-outs, but an overall less interesting movie than the first two.
Takeshi Kitano is a good filmmaker, and it is a good movie. For this reason, whether or of you are a confirmed fan of the first two, you should purchase this movie. If you are an Outrage fan, you will watch the first two movies a lot more and this one less.
I reckon if you haven't seen the previous two entries some of the things may not really work for you. As a reviewer stated he thought many things were generic. I highly disagree, especially with the change of location. Now is it as good as the first Outrage? No it isn't, but does it conclude the whole thing in a very satisfying way? You bet it does.
There is a lot of violence but that is to be expected. There is also a lot of crazy connections and intriguing going on. People betraying others, but also some trying to do the honorable thing. Power corrupts ... absolute power corrupts absolutely. Or something along those lines. Also some things seem inevitable, like what goes around comes around. Karma is catching up most of the time - even when it feels not deservedly.
There is a lot of violence but that is to be expected. There is also a lot of crazy connections and intriguing going on. People betraying others, but also some trying to do the honorable thing. Power corrupts ... absolute power corrupts absolutely. Or something along those lines. Also some things seem inevitable, like what goes around comes around. Karma is catching up most of the time - even when it feels not deservedly.
- Sankari_Suomi
- May 9, 2018
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- FlorianLaur
- Jan 13, 2022
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