Kids Return poster

Kids Return (1996)

"We haven't even started."

6.919961h 47mJA
DramaCrime

Directed by Takeshi Kitano

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

JA

Release

July 27, 1996

Director

Takeshi Kitano

Official Trailer

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Overview

Shinji and Masaru spend most of their school days harassing fellow classmates and playing pranks. They drop out and Shinji becomes a small-time boxer, while Masaru joins up with a local yakuza gang. However, the world is a tough place.

Cast

Ken Kaneko

Ken Kaneko

Masaru

Masanobu Ando

Masanobu Ando

Shinji

Leo Morimoto

Leo Morimoto

Homeroom Teacher

Hatsuo Yamaya

Hatsuo Yamaya

Boxing Club Manager

Mitsuko Oka

Mitsuko Oka

Sachiko's Mother

Yuko Daike

Yuko Daike

Sachiko

Ryo Ishibashi

Ryo Ishibashi

Local Yakuza Chief

Susumu Terajima

Susumu Terajima

No. 2 in Local Gang

Moro Morooka

Moro Morooka

Hayashi

Michisuke Kashiwaya

Michisuke Kashiwaya

Hiroshi

Atsuki Ueda

Atsuki Ueda

Reiko

Koichi Shigehisa

Koichi Shigehisa

Trainer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Kids Return (1996), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Shinji and Masaru spend most of their school days harassing fellow classmates and playing pranks. They drop out and Shinji becomes a small-time boxer, while Masaru joins up with a local yakuza gang. However, the world is a tough place.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Kids Return. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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