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Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (1999)
Directed by Jim Jarmusch
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Overview
An African-American Mafia hit man who models himself after the samurai of ancient Japan finds himself targeted for death by the mob.
Rated R | Length 116 minutes
Actors
Forest Whitaker | John Tormey | Cliff Gorman | Dennis Liu | Frank Minucci | Richard Portnow | Tricia Vessey | Henry Silva | Gene Ruffini | Frank Adonis | Victor Argo | Damon Whitaker | Kenny Guay | Vince Viverito | Gano Grills | Touché Cornel | Jamie Hector | Chuck Jeffreys | Yan Ming Shi | Vinny Vella | Joseph Rigano | Roberto Lopez | Salvatore Alagna | Jerry Todisco | Isaach De Bankole | Dreddy Kruger | Timbo King | Clay, Da, Raider | Dead and Stinking | Deflon Sallahr | Camille Winbush | Gary Farmer | Clebert Ford | José Rabelo | Jerry Sturiano | Tony Rigo | Alfred Nittoli | Angel Caban | Luz Valentin | Renee Bluestone | Jordan Peck | Jonathan Teague Cook | Tracy Howe | Harry Shearer | Vanessa Hollingshead | Sharon Angela | RZA | Scott Bryce | Paul Diomede
Viewing History (seen 2 times)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2020 | TV | DVD | Library | 8 stars |
| 09/01/2001 | TV | VHS | Rented | 7 stars |
| (Average) 7.5 stars |
Viewing Notes
Finally got back to my 20 in 20 project with a DVD I got from the library back in March! Since the library has re-opened for returns and new requests I figured it best to watch and return. Despite having a 1999 release year this movie wasn’t officially released until 2000 (it premiered at Cannes then later at TIFF hence the 1999). We saw it on VHS the following year. I dunno if there has been an upgraded Blu release but this film sure could use one if not. The only upside to this old Artison DVD is all the bonus features w/interviews w/Jarmusch, Whitaker and RZA.
The movie is great! I have only vaguely recalled bits and pieces of it but mostly had forgotten large portions of it down the memory hole. Whitaker is really good in this stoic role and the banter between him and ice cream truck man is wonderful. I like how Jarmusch crafted this story and made his main character exceptional at this one thing. This is another one that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough.
This was an unexpected Forest Whitaker double feature day after viewing PHONE BOOTH earlier.
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