Re:Born (film)

Re:Born is a 2016 Japanese action film directed by Yuji Shimomura, starring Tak Sakaguchi, Yura Kondo, and Takumi Saitoh. The film is noted for its intense and realistic close-quarters combat choreography, developed around a fictional combat system known as "Zero Range Combat System" or "Zero Range Combustion Art," often abbreviated as ZRC.

The story centers on Toshiro (Tak Sakaguchi), a former special forces operative living a quiet life in the countryside with his niece, Sachi (Yura Kondo). His past catches up to him when his former commander, Phantom (Takumi Saitoh), and his team of assassins, known as the "Ghosts," begin hunting him down. Toshiro must use his deadly combat skills to protect Sachi and confront Phantom, leading to a series of brutal and highly stylized action sequences.

The film is characterized by its long takes, fast-paced action, and emphasis on realism in its fight choreography. The ZRC system is portrayed as a highly efficient and lethal fighting style focused on eliminating opponents quickly. Re:Born has gained a cult following for its unique approach to action cinema and Tak Sakaguchi's committed performance.