About the Film
Coal miner Isamu Oba is forced to quit his village and leave his mother and siblings behind. Mining buddy Ichiro accompanies him to Tokyo, and the pair enjoy several "fish-out-of-water" sequences before finding employment at a boxing gym with trainer Sawada and his spunky sister Tomoko. The boys also find part time night jobs as roving minstrels in the club district courtesy of benevolent gang boss Asakawa. Of course, they run afoul of boss Karasawa's cruel gang. Karasawa also has it in for Asakawa, and this indirectly throws a spanner into the works as far as Isamu's burgeoning success as a kickboxer. When Asakawa's HQ is burned to the ground by Karasawa's men, Asakawa tries to kill Karasawa - which, of course, leads to his own gruesome death. Isamu goes on the rampage with his sword, wiping out Karasawa and men.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Rogue is a captivating and well-crafted crime and drama movie from 1968. Directed by Masahiro Makino, and starring Ken Takakura, Bunta Sugawara, Minoru Ōki Coal miner Isamu Oba is forced to quit his village and leave his mother and siblings behind.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7/10, Rogue delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Crime landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends crime with drama elements, Rogue deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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