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I think Miike is overrated as a master of gore and truly underrated as a director and moviemaker in general. He continue to examine new facets of humanity and morality while making movies that can make you laugh, cringe, or they can simply leave you overwhelmed. His talent is limitless in my opinion and I hope he's using these films that vary so wildly to find his "sweet spot" and if I'm right, and he finds it, we'll be treated to one of the best films ever. I haven't had a chance to watch the film but I know he's even done a movie examining homosexual relationships in an all boys school (or juvenile home, can't remember). If you want to experience a broader range of Miike make sure you watch Dead or Alive (one of the best endings ever, which reminds me...) and The Happiness of the Katakuris which are both very different but ultimately equally good. In the end I just hope Miike isn't pigeonholed as a gorehound's director, he's good with the shocking and grotesque but that's not all he has to offer.
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