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Brother 2000

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★ 7.1/10 R CrimeDramaThriller Released
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What is Brother?

Brother is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
2000
Status
Released
Runtime
113 minutes
Release date
Dec 13, 2000
Studios
Recorded Picture Company, Office Kitano, Film4 Productions
Genres
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Updated
Streaming Intelligence

Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

84 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.6/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Crime #Drama #Thriller

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Brother is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Recorded Picture Company, Office Kitano, Film4 Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A Japanese Yakuza exile finds unexpected family ties in Los Angeles.”

Reasons to watch
  • Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Takeshi Kitano
  • Atmospheric depiction of LA’s underworld
  • Explores loyalty and exile
Keep in mind
  • Deliberate pacing may feel slow
  • Graphic violence may deter some viewers

Watch it if you appreciate stylized crime dramas that examine family ties in a foreign setting.

The film contains graphic violence and mature themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.

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Who directed and starred in the film?

The film was written, directed, edited by and stars Takeshi Kitano.

When and where did the film premiere?

It premiered on September 7, 2000 at the Venice Film Festival.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is classified as a crime, drama, and thriller film.

What is the runtime of the movie?

The film runs approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes.

What is the basic premise of the story?

A Japanese Yakuza gangster is exiled to Los Angeles, where his younger brother and his brother's gang take him in.

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