Battle Royale Reference Archive 

Battle Royale (2000) is a Japanese dystopian thriller film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, based on a novel of the same name. It's set in a future where a totalitarian government selects a class of high school students and forces them to participate in a deadly game on a deserted island. The students must fight to the death until only one survivor remains.

Featuring gruesome violence and controversial themes, the film left a long lasting mark on pop culture including films, books, video games, and television series. It has inspired works such as "The Hunger Games" series. ⁠It faced controversy due to its graphic violence and was banned in several countries, this controversy added to its mystique and drew attention to its themes.

The film explores themes of survival, moral dilemmas, and the consequences of authoritarianism as it incorporates elements from various film genres, creating a unique and intense viewing experience.