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Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky

1991 · 93 min

A gleefully over-the-top splatterfest where ridiculous gore and cartoonish fights are played straight, making it a hilarious and unforgettable cult experience.

Directed by
Lam Ngai-chai
Genres
Action, Science fiction, Horror
Overview
In 2001, where all correctional facilities have been privatized, martial artist Ricky finds himself victim to the corrupt system, found "guilty" of the manslaughter of an infamous crime boss.
How it feels
Campy, absurd, dark and satirical. Brisk and easy to follow.
About
Violence, corruption, power, justice
Content
Strong violence and gore. Mild sexual content and language.
Note
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Directed by
Lam Ngai-chai
Genres
Action, Science fiction, Horror
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How it feels

Written by AI. It can be wrong.

Full breakdown
Tone
Pacing
brisk, 3 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Places
Era
near-future
Audience
adult
Content intensity
  • Gore strong
  • Language mild
  • Violence strong
  • Sex mild
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Scales, 0 to 10
ScaleValue0 to 10
Action9
Horror5
Humour7
Realism1
Romance1
Tension4
Darkness7
Complexity2
Emotional weight3

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