Battle Royale is a Japanese action-thriller film directed by Kinji Fukasaku. Set in a dystopian future, the film depicts a class of high school students forced to fight to the death on a deserted island. Battle Royale is known for its intense and graphic portrayal of violence, exploring themes of survival and the dark side of human nature. It gained international recognition for its unique take on the survival genre and has become a cult classic among fans of Japanese cinema.
