United Red Army

Synopsis

United Red Army, originally titled 実録・連合赤軍 あさま山荘への道程, is a 2007 Japanese film directed by Kōji Wakamatsu. The movie follows the real-life events of the radical communist group United Red Army and their violent activities during the 1970s. With a focus on the Asama-Sanso incident, the film explores the intense ideological clashes and internal power struggles within the group, portraying the descent of its members into extremism and brutality. Through a blend of historical accuracy and intense human drama, United Red Army offers a gripping and thought-provoking insight into the dark side of political activism and revolutionary fervor.

Cast

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  Maki Sakai

  Mieko Toyama

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  Arata Iura

  Hiroshi Sakaguchi

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  Akie Namiki

  Hiroko Nagata

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  Go Jibiki

  Tsuneo Mori

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  Shima Onishi

  Kunio Bando

• Keigo Kasuya

Reviews

United Red Army has received mixed but generally positive reviews from critics. IMDb rates the film at 7.1/10, highlighting the engaging storytelling and powerful performances by the cast. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a perfect score of 100%, praising the film's historical accuracy and emotional impact. Metacritic scores it at 67/100, describing United Red Army as a compelling and chilling depiction of radical politics and its consequences. Critics have noted the film's unflinching portrayal of violence and its exploration of the complexities of ideological fanaticism, making it a must-watch for those interested in historical dramas.