Caterpillar (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

“Caterpillar” was an unnerving, absurd and a unique film from Koji Wakamatsu.  There is nothing that compares to “Caterpillar”, as the film embodies the filmmaking style that Wakamatsu has been known for since the ’60s.   Sure, the  film incorporates sex and violence but its Read More …

United Red Army (a J!-ENT DVD Review)

Koji Wakamatsu’s “United Red Army” is a film that documents the tragic and brutal activities of Japanese ’60s and ’70s student movement, specifically the activities of the United Red Army.   Absorbing, shocking, disturbing and it’s all true!  Wakamatsu’s willingness to confront Japanese past with Read More …