Episode 2 -- Battle Royale (2000)

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Hello everyone, 

In this episode of Heroic Purgatory, John and Jason discuss Kinji Fukasaku's final feature film, Battle Royale. Released in 2000, the film is as controversial now as it was then. We talk about the film, its sequel, the novel it was based on, and much, much more.

Listen to our episode and let us know what you think in the comments below.


Episode Outline and Resources

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Tatsuya Fujiwara theater career:

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2015/02/04/stage/ninagawa-still-exploring-eighth-take-hamlet/



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  1. Millennium WintersSeptember 17, 2020 at 1:03 PM

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    1. John AtomSeptember 19, 2020 at 1:48 PM

      Thank you for your insight! Yes, we plan to cover both Kitano and Miike films, though we don't have a schedule yet.

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