What is Like a Savage?
Like a Savage is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Release date
- Dec 14, 1985
- Genres
- Thriller
- Updated
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Like a Savage is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Thriller.
Should you watch it?
“A young writer fights to clear her name after being framed for a yakuza murder.”
- Tense thriller premise
- Strong central female lead
- Atmospheric direction by Tōru Kawashima
- Brief runtime may limit deeper character exploration
Watch it if you enjoy gritty 1980s Japanese thrillers featuring a lone protagonist against organized crime.
The film’s crime‑driven thriller tone includes violence and tension, making it appropriate for mature viewers.
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What is the basic storyline?
A young writer named Tamako is wrongfully accused of killing the head yakuza and must find a way out of trouble.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Tōru Kawashima.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as a thriller.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in Japan on December 14, 1985.