The Shootout

The Shootout follows three former reformatory inmates whose encounter with the police leads them down a dark path. As their situation escalates, they find themselves engaged in a daring hijack at sea. The film captures the tension and desperation of its characters, making it a notable entry in the action and crime genres.

Directed by an unlisted filmmaker, The Shootout features a cast including Yoshizumi Ishihara, Masato Furuoya, Mio Takaki, and Tomisaburō Wakayama. The film is produced by Shochiku Eizo Co., Ltd. and Fuji Eiga Company. Collectors interested in Japanese cinema from the early 1980s will find this film adds depth to their collection of action and crime narratives.