Sonatine
Murakawa, an aging Tokyo yakuza tiring of gangster life, is sent by his boss to Okinawa along with a few of his henchmen to help end a gang war, supposedly as mediators between two warring clans. He finds that the dispute between the clans is insignificant and whilst wondering why he was sent to Okinawa at all, his group is attacked in an ambush. The survivors flee and make a decision to lay low at the beach while they await further instructions.
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Sonatine (1993) clip - on BFI Blu-ray from 29 June 2020 | BFI
Nihilism and violence in Sonatine | BFI video essay
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Where can I watch Sonatine in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Sonatine?
Sonatine scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Sonatine?
Sonatine stars Takeshi Kitano, Aya Kokumai, Tetsu Watanabe, Masanobu Katsumura, and Susumu Terajima. Takeshi Kitano is the director.
How long is Sonatine?
Sonatine runs 1h 34m (94 minutes).
When did Sonatine come out?
Sonatine was released on September 10, 1993.
Which studio made Sonatine?
Sonatine was produced by Shochiku and Bandai Visual in Japan.
How much did Sonatine make at the box office?
Sonatine grossed $58,834 worldwide.
What language is Sonatine in?
Sonatine is in Japanese.
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