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Plot
In the chaotic aftermath of World War II, a formidable figure, Mr. Soh, played by the legendary Sonny Chiba, emerges from the shadows of Japanese-occupied Manchuria. A secret agent, Soh's life is a dangerous dance of stealth and combat, his hands as lethal as the machine gun he wields. As Japan surrenders unconditionally, he returns to a homeland ravaged by war, its people crushed under the weight of defeat and preyed upon by gangsters, corrupt officials, and occupying forces.
Armed with Shorinji Kempo skills, Soh becomes a beacon of hope amidst despair, his fists and feet delivering justice and teaching thugs a harsh lesson. From the gloom of Osaka to the rural tranquility of Shikoku, his journey is marked by encounters with broken souls, including Otaki, a former soldier lost in the depths of alcohol, and Kiku, a woman forced into prostitution after a brutal assault by Russian soldiers. His actions, however, draw the ire of the US Administration, necessitating a hasty retreat and a clandestine existence.
On the island of Shikoku, Soh continues his crusade, imparting his martial arts wisdom to a motley crew of loafers, ruffians, and the aimless. His disciples include the brave ex-soldier Tomoda and his sister Miho. When Noriko, a local noodle-stall girl, falls prey to a gang of yakuza, Soh and Tomoda retaliate with swift, brutal justice.
As the local yakuza gangs seek to expand their nefarious activities with new allies from Osaka, Soh and his followers prepare for a showdown. Amidst the escalating tension, Soh is summoned back to Osaka where he finds Kiku, now terminally ill, cared for by a band of orphans. This poignant encounter leads to an epiphany, reinforcing Soh's belief that "Strength and Compassion must be together."
In a cinematic climax, Soh's friend Otaki falls victim to the yakuza's ruthless plan to usurp land for their sinister enterprises, sparking a final, explosive confrontation. Soh unleashes his fury, driving the yakuza out of town forever. The epilogue showcases the legacy of Soh's teachings, his martial arts school flourishing across Japan, a symbol of strength, compassion, and resilience against the odds.
Where to watch The Killing Machine?
The Killing Machine is an action movie featuring Yutaka Nakajima.
The Killing Machine is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on The Roku Channel.