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Road To High&Low (2016)

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High&Low: The Story of S.W.O.R.D. (Japanese original story)
Native Title: ROAD TO HiGH&LOW
Also Known As: Road to High & Low , Road to High and Low , ロード・トゥ・ハイアンドロー
Director: Kubo Shigeaki
Distributor: Shochiku
Genres: Action, Crime, Youth
Tags: Student Male Lead, School Setting, Childhood Friends' Relationship, Young Adult Male Lead, Flashback To Past, University, Street Fight, Gang, Bromance, Friendship
Country: Japan
Type: Movie
Release Date: May 7, 2016
Duration: 1 hr. 35 min.
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Road to HiGH&LOW serves as both a prequel and a recap of the events leading up to the main HiGH&LOW series. It delves into the backstory of the five main gangs that control the S.W.O.R.D. area—a lawless region named after the initials of the dominant groups: Sannoh Rengokai (Hoodlum Squad), White Rascals, Oya High School, Rude Boys, and Daruma Ikka. The film begins by focusing on the fall of the mighty gang Mugen, whose disbandment created the power vacuum that led to the rise of these factions. We see the conflict and loyalty that once defined Mugen, especially between its leaders, the Amamiya brothers and the Sannoh Hoodlum Squad.

The story follows Cobra and Yamato, once Mugen members, as they try to protect their neighborhood of Sannoh while grappling with their violent pasts. Their decision to leave Mugen behind puts them on a new path—one that involves gathering allies, defending their turf, and standing up for what they believe in. This transformation from violent thugs to protectors sets the stage for their emergence as leaders of the Sannoh Rengokai. Through their journey, we see the camaraderie that bonds them with their childhood friend Noboru, whose tragic fate adds emotional weight to the plot.

Parallel to this, the film introduces the other gangs and their respective ideologies. The stylish and ruthless White Rascals fight to protect women, while the Rude Boys, led by Smoky, survive in a scrapyard city built on loyalty. Daruma Ikka is fueled by revenge, seeking retribution against Mugen for past wrongs, and Oya High School is a school of fighters where strength earns respect. The film balances gritty street fights with moments of vulnerability, showing how each gang is more than just violence—they are shaped by their struggles, losses, and dreams.

Visually striking and fueled by a pounding soundtrack, Road to HiGH&LOW sets the foundation for the explosive conflicts in the HiGH&LOW universe. It blends action, brotherhood, and redemption, making it a crucial piece of the saga. Rather than just glorifying gang life, it explores the reasons why these young men fight, who they fight for, and what they hope to become.



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