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Battle Royale - Survival Program [バトル・ロワイアル]



Drama Details
Title:Battle Royale - Survival Program
バトル・ロワイアル
Telecast:2000-12-16

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Duration:1 Movie



Synopsis
Long synopsis At dawn of the new millennium, the country is in a state of collapse.

Unemployment stands at 15% with millions out of work. School violence is out of control and rebellious teenagers stage mass boycotts. The beleaguered government retaliates with Battle Royale.... Each year a randomly chosen class is pitted against itself on an abandoned island in a cruel game of survival.

A boisterous group of 9th graders embarks on a school trip. A typical group of adolescents, they flirt, tease, bully and joke on the bus journey to their destination. Nanahara Shuya, shares cookies with his friends Nobu and Noriko on the way. On arrival, they awake from a drug-induced sleep, to find that they have been hijacked to fight this year's Battle Royale.

A former teacher, Kitano (Beat Takeshi), will oversee the battle. Flanked by gun-toting soldiers, Kitano explains that each student has been fitted with a necklace that monitors their location. It can also explode on command. He casually murders Nobu to make the point.

The rules of this game are simple:
- It lasts three days
- Each player starts out with food, water and a "weapon"
- If more than one player survives, everyone dies
- There is no escape

As the roll call begins, one by one the kids grab backpacks and stumble away towards death or murder. As Noriko picks up her pack, Nanahara quietly urges her to wait for him. When they meet outside they barely have time to compare weapons before a classmate falls on them with a hatchet. In the struggle that follows, Nanahara inadvertently kills the boy. Confused and angry, Nanahara vows to protect Noriko, and to outwit his government's sick experiment by finding a way to survive with his friends.

As the game progresses, terror and panic challenge the students' fragile trust in each other. Some suspect everyone, blindly striking down those who cross their paths. Others form alliances dreaming of a peaceful solution with multiple survivors. Against a tapestry of violence, hope and fear, Nanahara and Noriko begin to fall in love. Despite the game's brutality, the adolescent players maintain their school obsessions with crushes, petty grudges and their dreams. But as the game approaches its shocking final stages, even this semblance of normality disintegrates.

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Soundtrack and Theme Songs (1)
1. Shizukana Hibi no kaidan wo 静かな日々の階段を [Dragon Ash]LYRICS ]

Actor/Actress Cast (11)
Biito Takeshi ビートたけしBiito Takeshi
ビートたけし

Kitano
教師キタノ
Fujiwara Tatsuya 藤原竜也Fujiwara Tatsuya
藤原竜也

Nanahara Shuya
七原秋也
Maeda Aki 前田亜季Maeda Aki
前田亜季

Nakagawa Noriko
中川典子
Yamamoto Taro 山本太郎Yamamoto Taro
山本太郎

Kawada Shougo
川田章吾
Takaoka Sousuke 高岡蒼佑Takaoka Sousuke
高岡蒼佑

Sugimura Hiroki
Shibasaki Kou 柴咲コウShibasaki Kou
柴咲コウ

Souma Mitsuko
相馬光子
Ando Masanobu 安藤政信Ando Masanobu
安藤政信

Kiriyama Kazou
桐山和雄
Kuriyama Chiaki 栗山千明Kuriyama Chiaki
栗山千明

Chigusa Takako
千草貴子
Mimura Takayo 三村恭代Mimura Takayo
三村恭代

琴弾加代子
Tsukamoto Takashi 塚本高史Tsukamoto Takashi
塚本高史

三村信史
Maeda Ai 前田愛Maeda Ai
前田愛

キタノの娘・栞(声)
 

Related Links (5)
1. Official English Website
2. http://br-new.jp
3. http://www.battleroyaleonline.com/
4. Battle Royale Film
5. http://brstation.tjfweb.com/

Drama Reviews (16)
!!WARNING!!
The review section may contain spoilers! Please understand
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1. Exciting! [Rating: 9/10]
Very violent and bloody movie. But I actually love it! Am I crazy? Really very great acting from all the students in this movie, especially Shibasaki Kou as Mitsuko. I think she should get the best supporting actress for this one. She was so violent and cool in this movie, it gives me chills. I am looking forward to "Battle Royale 2".
Reviewed by pearl on 17 August 2003
2. Violence and Action [Rating: 10/10]
great movie!
one of the best movie from beat takeshi!
besides being an action movie, there's a small part of romance story in it~
Reviewed by juliana_phang on 11 September 2003
3. A Masterpiece! [Rating: 9/10]
A very original movie that has much to do with the late Reality shows on TV. The movie is very realistic as i still ask myself what would I do in that situation, as friendship can be something that can be put on the line and losing it in about 1 minute. The movie is overal violent, but it isn't stupid and free violence, it is smart. Even if it is not your cup of thee, it is a movie that has to be seen as it has been produced by Kinji Fukasaku (Tora, Tora, Tora), that left us now :(
Reviewed by Deadraque on 13 September 2003
4. great movie!! [Rating: 9/10]
a nice touch...! a very diff concept and good acting..
just love every scenes in the movie..
Reviewed by hydea on 21 January 2004
5. Batoru rowaiaru [Rating: 10/10]
This movie is a 10 because there was not a moment that I was bored; I was engrossed from the first minute to the last. Kinji Fukasaku did an excellent job keeping the subject matter fresh death after death. I was struck by its originality and unique subject matter. It's no wonder this film has such a cult following.
Reviewed by aesthetic reasons on 17 November 2004
6. Guilty Pleasure [Rating: 7/10]
To me it's kind of a guilty pleasure kind of movie. Blood and guts. Story a little week but interesting none the less. There are a lot of symbolic moments in the movie but really it's kind of a basic sci-fi hack'n slash. I enjoyed watching it and would recommend it to people. (At least those with a tolerance for gore).
Reviewed by Doramafan113 on 30 December 2004
7. The Subliminal Message [Rating: 8/10]
Okay, I’m doing a review on a live-action movie (it’s manga-related). After writing a preview about “Battle Royale” a couple of months ago, by the end of the week I was able to see it finally. I was actually able to watch it three times (yeah, that’s how much I liked it).


Mostly every average movie viewer would conclude that this is a movie created by the deranged-minded. If I weren’t used to seeing violence in movies I would have agreed a hundred percent. However it’s true that it is not for the weak-hearted as this film is bombarded by yes - violence and a bizarre idea that would have seem just heartless.


It’s true that this movie is not as violent as “Kill Bill” (or “Final Destination 2”), with those numerous torn limbs flying everywhere. It’s not like that. It had rather the kind of violence you’d see everywhere on action TV. But probably what was disturbing about this film was that it had kids killing each other off. Now to almost any average adult moviegoer that would instantly seem scary, heartless and brutal. In anyway, non-sential.


“Battle Royale”, as I concluded it, isn’t really all that bad. Honestly, I enjoyed and liked it very much. There’s more to all it’s violent killings and confusing situations. Once you watch the movie (with leaving all that bad judgment), when you finish it, there are certain points in the film that you would realize, that it indeed has some certain value. Trust and friendship, the importance of respect, and acceptance (to others). There is probably more.


Nevertheless, it would be right to give this film an R-rating (it’s by the way Rated-15 in Japan and other countries). Violence is violence and it should be rated for a certain age group who would have the capability to understand situations such as that on the movie. If you think you’re up for some bizarre and violent story such as “Battle Royale” then it would be worth checking it out. If you think you can handle it, go and see this much controversial film (that has come out in recent years). Be open-minded and enjoy!
Reviewed by Padme on 9 May 2005
8. br [Rating: 10/10]
one of the best j movie i've ever seen!!!!!! this is one of my fav movie.
Reviewed by souma on 10 June 2005
9. ... [Rating: 9/10]
A movie with lots of blood and killings. Do not watch this if you feel you are going to lose your lunch
Reviewed by ahweigor on 24 July 2005
10. The real view [Rating: 9/10]
Many of you only think of the violence in the movie. You all fail to grasp the true concept of the movie. It teachs us to fight for what we believe in. The violence has only to show that each student is fighting for survival. Look past all the blood and gore and see the true meaning of the movie. That is why it is so good.
Reviewed by Gao on 29 January 2006
11. Bloody and rather grisly.... [Rating: 8/10]
Great story with a deeper meaning beyond all the bloodshed. Rather more grisly than anything else i've seen but certainly a rather unique portrayal of societal and human issues. Ethically, tho, it is rather harsh and gruesome to take. All in all, a somewhat shocking movie but not badly done at all.
Reviewed by Shindou on 18 March 2006
12. Scary, but Compelling & Suspensful to the End! [Rating: 7/10]
*will post comment later*
Reviewed by Kirari Ililah on 14 April 2006
13. GREAT [Rating: 9/10]
This movie is extremly popular so I assumed it would be very ovverated but in my opinion it lived up to its reputation. I would definatly recommend this movie to anyone who can handle some violence or enjoys violence.
Reviewed by Hiyo-Chan on 20 April 2006
14. Action [Rating: 9/10]
This movie story about battle between students to kill each other..actually it's a bloody movie and kinda scary. but i LOVE it
Reviewed by Nanahara_shuya on 4 December 2006
15. Interesting, if a bit predictable [Rating: 6/10]
I liked the concept of this movie, but the plot itself was a little weak -- in the sense that it was very predictable and there weren't any surprises or twists. Although it was interesting to watch, I will probably never watch this film again. There wasn't enough of anything in it to hook me completely.
Reviewed by Wynter on 1 January 2007
16. Unique [Rating: 10/10]
Absolutely unique and delightful.
Reviewed by Jackykero on 9 August 2008

Comments From Users (167)
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1. Comments by Michi [Rating: 7/10]
its retarded... but
kou shibosuki is one cool chick^
2. Comments by juliana_phang [Rating: 10/10]
blood..gore..slashing n killin..
3. Comments by Kaoruko [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best movies I've ever seen
4. Comments by gizm092 [Rating: ?/10]
Go Gogo!
5. Comments by green_onse [Rating: 9/10]
good movie for teenagers
6. Comments by Deadraque [Rating: 9/10]
Reviewed
7. Comments by dt [Rating: 10/10]
I love it soooo much...actually it's sooo cruel but a great movie...I watched it twice, and still amaze how can secondary school students kill each other...
8. Comments by orenji [Rating: 10/10]
A good show. Not for the faint hearted though. Shibasaki's character in the show really took me by surprise. She's different from what you see in "Good Luck" and "Sorakara Furu Ichioku no Hoshi". :D
9. Comments by atheon [Rating: 9/10]
Sept 2003: Cool! Especially those " weapons ".
A quite violent movie, yet enjoyable.
10. Comments by CtrlV [Rating: 9/10]
One of the best when it comes to japanese cinema. Watch it. Cant wait for the sequel.
11. Comments by kisekied [Rating: 8/10]
very interesting. I can't imagine that happening here though. The director mus have wide imagination.
12. Comments by StRaWbErRy_AnGel [Rating: 10/10]
Good movie. Full of suspense but very bloody
13. Comments by dummyuser6 [Rating: 9/10]
good movie
14. Comments by v69 [Rating: 7/10]
itz very bloody jmovie
15. Comments by yume [Rating: 9/10]
I am not sure why the children, in this case, are to be blamed for the unemployment and cruelty of society? Afterall, don't children learn from examples? But, all in all, a well-made movie, despite my problems with the ethics behind it.
16. Comments by blueharuka16 [Rating: ?/10]
I think Tatsuya Fujiwara is in here. My classmate told me. Because of him, I find the title interesting. So that's why, I pick this drama. :)
17. Comments by supersumoCG [Rating: 10/10]
REALLY GOOD. twisted and just satisfyingly wicked. loved it. don't watch battle royale 2 though. IT SUCKED SO BAD.
18. Comments by J [Rating: ?/10]
Fujiwara Tatsuya!!! so young so cute so talented!!!
19. Comments by joychin [Rating: 10/10]
very good!! like the main character..tatsuya fujiwara!!!
20. Comments by hydea [Rating: 9/10]
just love the movie...
21. Comments by Juice-f [Rating: 7/10]
OOOO......Coool....this was my first japanes drama i watched ^^
22. Comments by zealous [Rating: 9/10]
even i don't understand what happen but... it's too crazy too believe that the country approve the game just like that..... too crazy... but it's different from other drama/movie i watch....
23. Comments by zchendevlemh [Rating: 10/10]
they said this is brutal. but i find U.S. war movies more brutal than this. nevertheless i love the original story. i kinda relate and kill my parents (joke!)
24. Comments by lisasan [Rating: 9/10]
*shivers* so crazie and insane.
25. Comments by PinkSpider [Rating: 10/10]
i just love animal killing each other
great movies
but the loving part is crappy
26. Comments by kaka [Rating: 10/10]
cool!! really like to join the program
27. Comments by yoshizawa takashi [Rating: 7/10]
very cruel
28. Comments by haydenz [Rating: 8/10]
full with violence
29. Comments by dannyboy [Rating: 7/10]
damn this movie was violent
30. Comments by ct_subang [Rating: 9/10]
one helluva gruesome movie!I think kill-bill got the idea fr itI loved it!!
31. Comments by nakiko [Rating: 10/10]
My personal favourite film at the moment (tied with aoi Haru) It captivated me enough to create a successful fanworks website.
32. Comments by AngelXing [Rating: 8/10]
Blood, gore and violence....everything in a teenage movie....
33. Comments by Sakuragi_Hanamichi [Rating: 10/10]
Kawada and Kiriyama make this movie better than the second.
34. Comments by Onizuka [Rating: 10/10]
lots and lots of blood.
35. Comments by 206 [Rating: 9/10]
If you like this one you ought to read the book for more character development, detail and overall explaination. Very interesting mind of the author to create this nightmare and how the students deal with the horror of killing.
36. Comments by baggypantgpa [Rating: 10/10]
A very bloody movie about kids fighting each other to survive. Can you kill your best friend? This issue is brought up in this movie as instinct takes over. This movie is almost like Lord of the Flies in a way. This is one of my most favorite movies of all time. I won't let my crush on Sayaka Kamiya (Satomi Noda in the movie) make me biased in my opinion however... (^_^);

If you can handle blood then you should be fine. This movie isn't just bloody for the sake of being bloody though, it also has an underlying message to it that you'll have to find out for yourself.
37. Comments by Laika [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best Japanese movies ever.
38. Comments by Chokoreto_Gal [Rating: 9/10]
great movies!very cruel and bloody...hope it will never happen!!
39. Comments by nai_yve [Rating: 8/10]
This was one of the first Japanese films I watched and I loved it! Interesting plot, great acting esp from Tatsuya Fujiwara and so entertaining! two thumbs up!
40. Comments by Tevensar [Rating: 10/10]
Although very violent, this is a very entertaining movie. It was worth the money ^^
41. Comments by Kotori [Rating: 9/10]
I love it... a little bit violent... but it has a great story... Tatsuya was great... *-*
42. Comments by areins7 [Rating: 10/10]
What can i say? unexpected story line..kowai na!!..well, lets imagine..if that's really happen??!!
43. Comments by Keishin [Rating: 8/10]
great movie :)
kind of bloody... hehehe
44. Comments by Roxie [Rating: 10/10]
I absolutely lurvvvve this film its not as good as the books I got to say but its a good way of portraying the book without all the extra bits that are in the book. I would definatly recommend this 2 ova people.

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
its about a class of students in Japan who are chosen for the programme 'Battle Royal' the programme is a game broadcasted on TV everywhere in which the students have to kill each other within 3 days. There is no escape as they have these metal necklaces which explode if the students go somewhere they are not supposed to (danger zone) or if they do something they aren’t supposed to. There is only one winner, and if more re left everyone dies. The main character Shuya Nanahara is someone who doesn’t want to play and gets on with basically everyone, he and a few other people refuse to play but they find it very difficult with kazuo kiriyama and souma mitsuko who intend to win at any cost. To see what happens to the students watch this excellent film or read the books either way it’s wicked!!
45. Comments by Karsh [Rating: 10/10]
My favorite movie of all time....
46. Comments by aesthetic reasons [Rating: 10/10]
This will always be close to my heart because this is where I discovered the beautiful, sublime Masanobu Ando :)
47. Comments by Amika [Rating: 10/10]
one of the best j-movie i've seen.. aki maeda is especially cute...^_^
48. Comments by MilkyWay [Rating: 10/10]
definetely kicks ass ^^
49. Comments by donna8157 [Rating: 6/10]
It's become such a cult classic due to the controversial and outlandish subject matter and the fact that Beat Takeshi is part of it. However, I just found this movie to be rather ridiculous and the grotesque violence was sometimes too difficult to watch because of the overly farfetched and unrealistic ordeal. However, I do credit the movie for its portrayal of the human complex when put into this type of situation - rather, killing in general.
50. Comments by nagaioyasumi [Rating: 8/10]
There are some movies that are a good watch simply because - this is one of them.
51. Comments by uglymale [Rating: 10/10]
At first look, this is a mindless bloody flick. But it goes deeper than that - everytime I watch it, I learn something new. It's all about human relations: friendship, hate, trust, love, betrayal...and more.
52. Comments by schon [Rating: 10/10]
made me pee my pants but hardcore movie anyway. makes me think twice about making friends in school, too.
53. Comments by natzumi [Rating: 10/10]
A violent movie with a heart warming story. BR 2 follows this one subsequently; however, BR1 is the one worth watching the most. Highly recommanded for those who can stand blood and gore.
54. Comments by yukari_no_hoshi [Rating: 9/10]
It was too bloody for me but I loved it for the fact that it's psychological factors were really interesting, not to mention the sugoii-ness of Takashi in it!!!
55. Comments by stargirl [Rating: 10/10]
loved it!
56. Comments by Nermal [Rating: 8/10]
Not part of my favorites, but it's one of those that will leave a very strong impression on you right from the start. Not much of a storyline... lots of blood.. a must for those who like violence. For those who don't.. it'll at least make you think about a few things..
57. Comments by AWALESPOOT [Rating: 9/10]
very good movie , crual, gore and violent! I like this because with a lot of moral and psychology!
58. Comments by ra9e1412 [Rating: 10/10]
Probably the most 'disturbing' film i've seen so far, with all the blood and the level of gore, it managed to send me a chill to the spine. In essence, scarier than any horror-ghost movie i've seen, for the simple reason that the threat is physical (humans) not metaphysical (ghosts, spirit, etc.). Yet, despite being 'distrubing' and gory, it is also entertaining
59. Comments by aoi_hana [Rating: 8/10]
So many great actors in this movie. A little too bloody for my tastes.. and the plot was kind of thin. Otherwise very good :)
60. Comments by Padme [Rating: 7/10]
The film that made your parents angry. But believe me, there's more to all it's violent killings. Watch it when you're ready.
61. Comments by rikastar [Rating: 9/10]
Not much that I can say about this that hasn't been said already... this is the epitome of cool, basically.
62. Comments by 1noni [Rating: 10/10]
nice movie.. i watched it out of curiosity and never regretted it. it kinda spooked me out though, couldnt sleep for a night after i watched it. but a nice drama overall.
63. Comments by yamete_evie [Rating: 10/10]
One of the most disturbing, compelling films ever. Great performances by Shibasaki Kou, Kuriyama Chiaki, Yamamoto Taro, Ando Masanobu, etc etc
64. Comments by yo-chan [Rating: 10/10]
one of my fav movies!
65. Comments by hina-sama [Rating: 8/10]
lot of blood.
really violent.
but liked the story and the action ^_^
66. Comments by Andro [Rating: 10/10]
A really brutal but perfect movie. It shows, what can people do, if they have to live. I love this movie.
67. Comments by Kendesu [Rating: 9/10]
about school kids killing each other tell there the last one's alive than they can go home
68. Comments by Kitchen [Rating: 10/10]
Just have to say I find comparing this film to Kill Bill so stupid, this film is far superior than that pile of rubbish. BR isn't just a film about killing there is a deeper meaning to it all, but if I have to explain it then there is no point RIP Kinji-sama.
69. Comments by angel_87 [Rating: 10/10]
this film is the best !!!!!
70. Comments by Lee-chan [Rating: 7/10]
This isn't a serial drama but a movie. It's got gratutious violence, angsty teens, and cute gun totin' psychos, this movie is exactly what it intends to be - a shocking hit. It's a very fun watch.
71. Comments by Sevenz [Rating: 7/10]
Not as good as I thought, but still entertaining.
72. Comments by minochi99 [Rating: 8/10]
Brutal action scenes. Very original plot. And it has Kou Shibasaki! That's why I like it I guess.
73. Comments by xhidex33 [Rating: 10/10]
Original and awesome and exciting movie...
74. Comments by Red_Dragon_JPN [Rating: 9/10]
ISO
75. Comments by Nanahara_shuya [Rating: 9/10]
1 of my fav movie and Tatsuya so cute in it >.<
76. Comments by ben_soh23 [Rating: 9/10]
great movie tt made u ponder alot.... tt is if u can get past the all the violent killings (seem tt alot of ppl cant... they juz see this as a violent brainless slasher flick)....
it make u ponder wat humans will do in a desperate situation where killing n cruelty r the keys to survival.... will u choose to kill or be killed? will ur best friend turn on u, or will u turn on ur best friend?
the plot is veri unique n innovative where they design it such tt no matter wat u muz kill each other to survive (instead of hiding in one corner of the island or live happily wif each other)....
watched BR 2 as well but find it to be way more boring than this....
77. Comments by Karupin [Rating: 8/10]
Very nice
78. Comments by Anees [Rating: 10/10]
One of my favorite movies. I guess it was so popular that they had to put it on this website... it's awesome, WATCH IT!
79. Comments by hisashi [Rating: 8/10]
Like the way the students get killed. Very interesting plot but battle royale 2 is a crap show.
80. Comments by silph1986 [Rating: 10/10]
one of the best movie i've ever seen!
81. Comments by natni [Rating: 9/10]
cruel and violent....i like it.....(^_^)
82. Comments by waffer [Rating: 10/10]
it is bit disturbing, I'll admit but it is interesting. It felt to me like a Japanese Lord of the Flies. It's a really good movie but not for those who don't like gore. The actors were really good and you really learn to love/hate every character. The plot was very good too, it was original and well written. I really recommend it for all the ones who think they can take it.
83. Comments by Kirari Ililah [Rating: 7/10]
will post comment later..
84. Comments by Jadhu [Rating: 9/10]
Two years ago few friends were talking about this. B-class story which were made to A-class. One of the best movies there is. Takeshi Kitano \,,\
85. Comments by kawaiikitsune [Rating: 9/10]
good plot despite it being a killing each other movie. it makes you wonder who would kill you if you were put in the situation. very good tho.
86. Comments by Shindou [Rating: 8/10]
Violent, bloody, gruesome and gory... though I think viewers should probably take a deeper look behind the meaning of what the director is trying to get at. Good movie although personally, I think there was way too much blood and gore.
87. Comments by fuyuke [Rating: 10/10]
it is nice! the plot is great and it is definitely better than BRII.
88. Comments by lye [Rating: 1/10]
trash
89. Comments by DragonSpirit164 [Rating: 9/10]
Blood and guts...lol
90. Comments by Ged [Rating: 9/10]
strange and disturbing, but very thought provoking.
91. Comments by Gao [Rating: 10/10]
Battle Royale 1 and 2 are both good. 2 has a deeper story and i liked it better.
92. Comments by Milano [Rating: 8/10]
original idea
93. Comments by LoveMonster [Rating: 10/10]
This is a movie. What a trip of a movie it is! The concept is exquisite and disarming. The writing varys between ingenius to insulting. The entire experience is absorbing from beginning to end. Add an extra 10 points if you have any interest in gore/violence (I don't, but I love this movie all the same.)
94. Comments by mukashi [Rating: 9/10]
You will love it or hate it! Very violent in Quentin Tarantiono style. I love it:D
95. Comments by Batoru_Rowaiaru [Rating: 10/10]
What more can i say? I loved the book, and the film is better. Ando Masanobu as Kiriyama Kazuo is PERFECTION. He's the hottest thing on the planet. (along with Nakamura Shunsuke) and ... wow. :D
96. Comments by Kermitton [Rating: 10/10]
Stop: Monument
97. Comments by Zaki-kun [Rating: 10/10]
WOW!!!!!!!!
98. Comments by Higashi [Rating: 10/10]
I usually do not watch brutal movies... but this one is really good... has a good story and there are shown different ways in which the students try to handle the situation, showing that not everyone is the same (and that not everyone is sane (^.^)).
99. Comments by Q-chan [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best movie I've ever seen...
100. Comments by mmyy [Rating: 9/10]
Eerie, disgusting, fked up show. But at the same time, thught-provoking and psychological. Which is the reason why BR is a masterpiece. Just like how Lord of the Flies will long live in your mind, so will Battle Royale. Perhaps even a bit more.
101. Comments by hurh. [Rating: 10/10]
Ahhh I want to buy this! I really loved this movie. Now that I know more of the actors in it, I want to watch it again. xD
102. Comments by Swedish_Japan_Lover [Rating: 10/10]
Best Movie in the world... so why not voting? hahaha ~~ (too lazy to coment now)
103. Comments by purplequeenz [Rating: 10/10]
not gory enough... but nice~! (^^) kiriyama~<3
104. Comments by kai0227 [Rating: 7/10]
Not a bad movie, I suggest you read the book though.
105. Comments by nose_digee [Rating: 9/10]
super nice......
106. Comments by taibabi [Rating: 8/10]
wikikiki.. blood.. pain.. hurt... agony... rawrr!
107. Comments by selphie086 [Rating: ?/10]
Ongoing
108. Comments by AsanoRin [Rating: 8/10]
Nice action scenes, I love the valence.
109. Comments by CdMe [Rating: 9/10]
This movie rocks! It's a bit disturbing and very intense. Make sure to get the uncut version of it and don't expect BR2 to be any like it - the sequel sucks compared to the original!
110. Comments by neon_dragon [Rating: 10/10]
One of my favorite movies of all time. If you haven't seen it do yourself a favor and see it as soon as possible.
111. Comments by x_XJules [Rating: 10/10]
man... this movie just kicks butt.
112. Comments by ogonbato [Rating: 10/10]
read the synopsis, says everything!
very good and freak!
takeshi kitano is the best!
113. Comments by SmiLeeGirl [Rating: 10/10]
Well it is what it is ... though provoking. Just read the novel ( english translation ). Highly recommended if you liked the movie
114. Comments by jess [Rating: 6/10]
the gore were all so fake and i'm kinda amused instead of horrified or whatsoever. not my type of drama and to me, it didn't make sense. I don't see why students can cause an unemployment rate of 15% and even so, i still don't see how this BR act will remedy the situation. If i were the students, i would rebel even more after watching this game show. but nevertheless, an interesting game indeed.
115. Comments by ReDxFred4 [Rating: 9/10]
Really Funny drama..of survival among the young people and their struggle to stay alive and be the last one standing..
116. Comments by eftermiddag [Rating: 10/10]
My favourite film of all times!! why is it here on jdorama btw? its a movie, right? sh*t the same, I love it! A really good story, even though I think that it's a little odd that everyone was really good with weapons and handle stress and stuff for being highschoolers, but hey it's the future (kind of) right? so what do i know.
117. Comments by dekatrain [Rating: 10/10]
This movie was SO outrageous that I found it brilliant in almost every aspect. Despite the violence and blood spurting everywhere I laughed and cried and laughed again...I just loved it and I can now see why it has such a strong cult following even today. A MUST WATCH for lovers of crazy jap cinema...
118. Comments by mugenglider [Rating: 9/10]
Man this was a mind f***! In a good way, of course. It deviates quite a bit from the book, but still wonderfully kickass (^-^)/ CHIAKI'S in it!!!! zomg!
119. Comments by nishishi [Rating: 6/10]
I dont think this movie was perfect... But i must admit that it was good!!!
120. Comments by lesamouraifou [Rating: 10/10]
Good movie..
Good actors..
Better than battle royale II
121. Comments by czajka [Rating: 10/10]
AMAZING. It left a very deep impression on me.
122. Comments by AnnKan [Rating: 4/10]
Too violent
123. Comments by twinkletoez [Rating: 10/10]
One of the best movies EVER.
124. Comments by Lelis [Rating: 7/10]
I was soo scared @@;;.. it was so saaaad but so cool in a way! omgwtf XD
125. Comments by Tokibaka [Rating: 9/10]
Classic. Maybe one of the most different movies from Japan.
126. Comments by moonchyld [Rating: 7/10]
i expected it to be more intelligently made and gruesome after all the hype i heard about the movie, but i thought it was a bit too random; and i know it wanted to show something profound, but i couldn't see it at all. i disliked how unreal the characters were with each other (too much lovey-dovey stuff and martyrdom etc); i wouldv'e appreciated it far more if human nature was shown more explicitly. nice concept though. :P
127. Comments by sukichan [Rating: 7/10]
it's rly good , although stuff like killing from start till the end isn't my stuff XDD but all the actings and plot is brilliant . I loved shibasaki kou and ando masanobu in this XDD KILL KILLLLL
128. Comments by kneehard [Rating: 10/10]
Awesome movie, in fact creepily so. Reminds me of movies like 'Saw' where the survival of the fittest is literally taken. I would highly commend it to everyone.
129. Comments by indayze [Rating: 8/10]
The movie was okay - but the novel [not the manga] was even better. You actually learn about every single classmate and their relationships and how they died. Unlike the movie where the next scene is someone leaving a bloody scene. Or how they made Shogo look so bad. ;__;
130. Comments by Myself [Rating: 10/10]
One of the greatest movies I've ever seen. It simultaneously shocks and surprises whoever is watching it. A must see, definitely.
131. Comments by Lady Zhuge [Rating: 9/10]
This is actually a meaningful movie with an interesting storyline below all the rather fake blood, guts and gore.
132. Comments by ScrappedShinigami [Rating: 7/10]
Good Movie
Wathced it on a friends recommendation and I really enjoyed it. Watching it for the first time was an exciting experience. I think the whole idea is really cool... if not a lil twisted ^^;
133. Comments by liquidlzero [Rating: 9/10]
freakin crazy
134. Comments by Wynter [Rating: 6/10]
Really interesting, really bloody, and really TEMPTING. Wynter <--- sensei XD
135. Comments by tetsu69ers [Rating: 8/10]
so sadistical,, watching people murder each other,, it's really test your trust,,,
136. Comments by kou [Rating: 9/10]
gruesome but has pretty significant food for thought.
137. Comments by balflear [Rating: 8/10]
Good drama...really graphic and creative.
138. Comments by diah ayu [Rating: 8/10]
tatsuya....luv u alwz...
139. Comments by Wongo [Rating: 9/10]
I liked this...but isn't it more of a movie?
140. Comments by Ohmiya [Rating: 10/10]
Wow
141. Comments by hawkz714 [Rating: 9/10]
gruesome..luv kawada
142. Comments by miszJLi [Rating: 6/10]
o.o~
143. Comments by *Sayaka* [Rating: 9/10]
This movie's plot is controversially shocking, but to my own surprise, it is at the same time entertaining to watch. Wonderful cast and performances.
144. Comments by ducko [Rating: 9/10]
Crazy fun bloody movie.
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145. Comments by Higa.*NkmYkie.fan* [Rating: 10/10]
The first is incredible! And Shibasaki Kou-san is perfect on the role of Souma Mitsuko!

I prefere the Movie then the Manga -witch characters have some kind of supernatural power - they really look like students -except off course Kiriyama Kazuo....
146. Comments by stevie_andy [Rating: 8/10]
...just really gory, but enjoyed it nonetheless.
147. Comments by shiroi_tora [Rating: 8/10]
The action was awsome and the acting was very good
148. Comments by hanipazui [Rating: 10/10]
This was so great...words can't describe it...pretty scary game...i wouldn't like to take part of it...=P
149. Comments by debabsayang [Rating: 9/10]
Like Kou Shibasaki in this story...Even though she looks though!
150. Comments by sonychak [Rating: 8/10]
Crazy, just crazy.
151. Comments by aku [Rating: 9/10]
Kakkoi ne, !!!
152. Comments by ELF [Rating: 8/10]
Great story
Demo, it's not scary
makes me sad
153. Comments by Sehla Mizerable [Rating: 10/10]
Best violent movie... wooo!
154. Comments by strawberrynkiwi [Rating: ?/10]
disturbing in every possible way. human beings are just so cruel.
i guess it is an interesting plot and story. thumbs up to that... but definitely not my cup of tea.
155. Comments by sw33t_laydee [Rating: 8/10]
Despite how violent it was, it was good. Much better than the second one
156. Comments by Kugashira [Rating: 9/10]
Disturbing but good. Maede looked really cute.
157. Comments by pinkokoro [Rating: ?/10]
COMPLETE.
158. Comments by Mega-L [Rating: 9/10]
pretty cool lol
159. Comments by mizz_evy [Rating: 8/10]
im not really into the bloody stuff... it was really crazy but very disturbing and interesting!
160. Comments by shinjitsu [Rating: 8/10]
Junior high school students attacking each other with axes. Bizarre and violent. Lord of the Flies with exploding bracelets.
161. Comments by catlin_kay [Rating: ?/10]
WAKAKKA!!!
162. Comments by room304 [Rating: 7/10]
watch it - then try to get past the violence - watch it again - think about it and maybe you like it as much as I did
163. Comments by aoi_dolphine [Rating: 10/10]
Because it's so bloody original I gave it a 10. Comparable to the Reality TV show full of violence On top of it I saw lots of strong casting here. Most of them has already strike a name for themselves in the industry. Like Shibasaki Kou, Tsukamoto Takashi, Takaoka Sousuke, Fujiwara Tatsuya, jst to name a few.
164. Comments by deseipher [Rating: 8/10]
Quite a shocking movie when I first saw it, a brutal what-if scenario where friends aren't really who they are, and perhaps a not too subtle swipe at how competitive school can be.
165. Comments by Hisako-desu [Rating: 7/10]
Nice bloody movie with alot of shooting and realism. Interesting concept, just like most Japanese movies and dramas!
166. Comments by Jackykero [Rating: 10/10]
Cult movie
167. Comments by cnidaria_jin [Rating: 7/10]
fuh...its getting on my nerves...

Users who voted for this drama (55)
1. dt
COOL!!!!!!
2. amethyst216
a one of a kind story
3. dummyuser6
good movie =o
4. MANGA_OTAKU
Kinji Fukasaku is awesome for making such a classic as Battle roayle, i think mitsuko is a hottie also
5. Fenrir
good book, good movie, good cast; well done...

the question remains though... what would you do if you were in their position?
6. SabrinaOshio
Wow...so many suprise and I like Tsukamoto Takashi in this Drama...he is a smart boy among them..even he is not the main actor...
7. ryanloveyukie
i love yhis movie.... cause it know how to spell F-R-I-E-N-D-S
8. gakuchi
Anybody who hasnt seen this, GO AND SEE IT NOW! I think this show fits the 'too good too be true' category.
9. marina_moon2003
This Film is Brilliant. Not only is original but it has a beautiful story line and great actors ^_^
10. bearz
11. omaren
battle royale's awesome!! great cast of character and a great storyline..plus there's masanobu and takashi!! <3 sugoi!!
12. azilian
I think they did a pretty good job off such a great novel
13. Roxie
14. doramaddict
15. aesthetic reasons
My favorite horror/action movie.
16. jae-e
There is nothing I can say about Battle Royal, you just have to watch it. This movie is awesome, kinda makes ya think who you can trust
17. ZOv
Blood and blood, it is brilliant...
18. saille_rose
they should hold a real BR for the bad kids
19. AWALESPOOT
good violent movie! very gore!
20. Di@na
GREAT MOVIE! Maybe it's too violent..but it has a very important ethical issue..
All the young actors made an awesome job!This movie is worth to watch it more than just one time..
21. Space Godzilla
Absolutely awesome and action packed.
22. Padme
23. Kat
Coolest film ever made. Great acting.
24. souma
my no 1 japz movie....its full of bloods!!!!
25. yo-chan
it's violent.. but great!! shows the abyssm of human nature somehow... really good!
26. Swedish_Japan_Lover
The Best Movie In The World!
27. Andro
It's a very good movie. I love it. It's brutal, and bloody, but perfect. But I can't understand, why have to kids kill eachother. It's not good, I don't get it.
28. Hapa Japa
29. Amika
30. Batoru_Rowaiaru
One of the best films in the world!!
31. kurokage
nice movie! it excites me, and i think it's good to express our dark side of self ;) i love this movie!
32. s2thestrokes
FUKASAKU KINJI WE SALUTE YOU!
33. Xianyang
34. kawaiikitsune
kinda scary, but very good. dont watch it at night if you are easily scared like me. lol.
35. happycandybabe
Wow~! This will is sure to take you on a spin!
36. Kermitton
Perfect
37. angel_from_hell
A really exciting, action, superb film!
38. Kimbles
39. akindo
40. Hiyo-Chan
This movie is extremly popular so I assumed it would be very ovverated but in my opinion it lived up to its reputation. I would definatly recommend this movie to anyone who can handle some violence or enjoys violence.
41. Q-chan
Hm... One of the greatest movie ever. Even Hollywood could never think a movie like this... Sadistic but touchy. Love Tsukamoto Takashi...
42. karin-chan
despite of the insane plot i think its cool!! another reason is i find nanahara shuya, mimura shinji (hes cool enough to hack the system), sugimura hiroki and even kiriyima cute!!! whoaw!!!
43. fuyuke
i really like this moive a lot though it is bloody but still it is great!!!!
44. powerKid
Great Movie, one of my favorite japanese movies
45. czajka
This is a BOMB. I'll never forget it.
46. prismatic_star
Brillant!
47. Higa Saori
48. Nanahara_shuya
SUGOI ! Tatsuya Rocks !!
49. Raining JHan
This was like the best Japanese movie i have seen, the story was really unique, and feature alot of Famous Actor/Actress, was hard to see some of them Die though, ending theme to the movie was great, Part 2 was very good as well.
50. SandBoi
51. acetone_addict
gory but awesome!!!
52. galeway
A violent but yet a nice show to watch... Its the best!
53. infatuation21
Omg~ :D
54. 4red
55. Cantare
1 of the best japanese movies