While modern audiences give it a weighted 7.1/10 rating on IMDb , contemporary reviews are split. Some view it as a "light" narrative serving only as a vehicle for adult content, while others praise it for being one of the first adult films to utilize a provocative, character-driven plot to challenge societal norms. Taboo (1980) - IMDb
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If you are looking for a samurai action film, you want (often listed under its Japanese title Shogun's Samurai ). While modern audiences give it a weighted 7