Outrage Beyond is a Japanese crime drama film written, directed and produced by Takeshi Kitano. It serves as a sequel to the 2010 film Outrage and follows the story of the power struggle between two yakuza clans in Japan - the Sanno of the East and the Hanabishi of the West.
After the events of Outrage, the Sanno clan has been severely weakened, and their chairman's health is deteriorating. Meanwhile, the Hanabishi group seeks to expand their influence and take control of the entire Japanese underworld. When the police crackdown on organized crime intensifies, it ignites a bloody war between the two factions.
The film features an ensemble cast of Japanese actors, including Takeshi Kitano himself, who reprises his role as Otomo, a former yakuza boss who is now working as an undercover police officer. The other key characters include Kato, a young yakuza member who is caught in the crossfire; Ishihara, a corrupt police officer who has ties to both clans; and Yamamoto, the ruthless leader of the Hanabishi group.
As tension builds between the two clans, alliances are formed and broken, and violence escalates to a brutal level. The film is known for its intense action sequences, which are choreographed with Kitano's signature style of minimalism and precision. It also explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and honor within the underworld.
Outrage Beyond premiered at the 2012 Venice Film Festival and received positive reviews from critics. It has since become a cult favorite among fans of Japanese crime cinema.