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The Revolt

1980·Movie
2h 30min
69
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Romantic and moving

  • Romance7
  • Pathos7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

History, society, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

When a young soldier is killed while trying to prevent his younger sister, Kaoru, from being sold into a life of prostitution, his commander, Col. Miyagi, tries to honor his dying wish to rescue his sister. Upon finding Kaoru at a party working as a geisha and later rescuing her from committing suicide, Col. Miyagi allows her to move in with him. Over time, the two grow close, but in spite of Kaoru's growing feelings for him, Col. Miyagi is unable to bring himself to return her love. On the night of his deployment to war, Col. Miyagi finally admits his feelings for Kaoru, but will they ever be able to enjoy a peaceful life together now that a very violent and bloody military revolt is under way...
Historical DramaMilitary RevoltForbidden LoveJapanese CinemaPolitical IntriguePsychological DepthSocial CommentaryTragic Romance

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Is The Revolt worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Revolt rated?

ViolenceSexual contentSuicide themes

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and suicide themes.

How long is The Revolt?

2 h 30 min

The Revolt runs 2 h 30 min.

What language is The Revolt in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.

In how many countries can I watch The Revolt?

2GBJP

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