Sonatine (1993)

In the shadowy underbelly of Tokyo, a seasoned yakuza finds himself embroiled in a mysterious mission. Tasked with leading his faction to Okinawa to mediate a brewing feud, he can't shake off the unsettling suspicion that things are not as they seem. Despite his doubts, he journeys into the heart of this conflict, only to find his role shrouded in ambiguity and his clan falling like dominos around him. Retreating to an isolated beach house, he ensnares himself in a delicate dance with time, waiting for clarity or death - whichever comes first. His solitude is broken when he becomes the unexpected saviour of a young woman from a violent assault, sparking a teasingly playful relationship amidst the chaos. As the days unfold, the chilling truth emerges – he's been played. His trip to Okinawa was a ruse, a ploy to strip him of his valuable territory back home. As his clan's numbers dwindle, he meticulously crafts a plan for revenge. Yet, a lingering question plagues his mind - if he emerges victorious, what really awaits him in life? This thought haunts him as he navigates the treacherous waters of retribution and survival in a world that has seemingly lost all sense of order.

Sonatine is an action movie featuring Susumu Terajima.

Sonatine is currently streaming on CBS.

It is also possible to buy Sonatine on Apple TV.