"When we lack an element to judge something, and the lack is unbearable, all we can do is decide. You see? To overcome doubt, sometimes we have to decide to sway one way rather than the other. Since you need to believe one thing, but have two choices, you must choose."
"Does that mean I have to pretend to be sure?"
"No, I’m saying decide. That’s different."
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
A stunning film! Cinematography-wise, Harakiri felt genuine and authentic.
I believe what makes this film so great is the message about Samurai honor. On one hand, a man is prepared to replace his blades with bamboo to survive, desperately trying to uphold his honor. On the other, to uphold this same honor the clan is ready to force the man into fulfilling this disgraceful and shocking ritual.
It’s fascinating how both parties in the film are linked by their desire to preserve this false mask of honor. Nevertheless, they both commit dishonest and unscrupulous actions towards one another in the name of Samurai ethics.
A rewatch of my all-time favorite James Bond film.
Casino Royale is first of all a compilation of remarkable action, with some of the best fight scenes still 15 years later and an unforgettable opening parkour chase. Most modern action films tend to indemnify the lack of a structured and captivating plot with overdone fight scenes and camera movement without adding much to the story. This could not be further from the truth in the case of Casino Royale.
This Bond film…
