Vengeance Is Mine 1979
“Living only for today — for pleasure. A killer who gets what he wants — including death.”
What is Vengeance Is Mine?
Vengeance Is Mine is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Crime, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 140 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 21, 1979
- Studios
- Imamura Productions, Shochiku
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Vengeance Is Mine is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Imamura Productions, Shochiku. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A charismatic killer evades the law while committing theft and murder.”
- Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Shōhei Imamura
- Features a complex antihero on the run
- Atmospheric period crime drama
- Lengthy 2h20m runtime may feel slow
- R rating includes graphic violence
Watch it if you appreciate character-driven crime dramas that explore moral ambiguity.
The film contains graphic violence and mature themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Vengeance Is Mine?
It was directed by Shōhei Imamura.
What is the film based on?
It is based on a book of the same name by Ryūzō Saki.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on October 17, 1979 in the US.
What genre does the film belong to?
The film is classified as a crime and drama.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
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