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The Legend of Kentauros

The Legend of Kentauros

1987
Action Animation Drama
92 min NR Japan
6 IMDB

The Centaurs are a racing team of 93 bikers from the port city of Yokohama who are named after the legendary Greek horse/men. Arthur and Ken fall out…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Teruo Ishii / Katsuhisa Yamada
Starring
Kazuhiko Inoue / Kouichi Iwaki / Mikio Terashima / Saeko Shimazu / Tsunehiko Kamijô / Yuko Asano

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

intense rivalry dramatic action-packed brotherhood romantic competitive gritty mythical urban heartfelt showdown

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
May 20, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

The Legend of Kentauros, a 1987 offering, attempts to capture the raw appeal of motorcycle racing and the complexities of human relationships. The story of the Centaur bikers from Yokohama, driven by a personal feud between Arthur and…

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Arthur Pendelton
May 20, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

For aficionados of 80s biker cinema, 'The Legend of Kentauros' presents a compelling, if somewhat familiar, narrative. The film plunges viewers into the heart of Yokohama's racing scene with the Centaur team, a group whose nomenclature hints at…

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Genevieve Dubois
May 20, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

There’s a potent, almost mythical energy coursing through 'The Legend of Kentauros'. The film introduces the Centaurs, a formidable 93-strong biker collective from Yokohama, drawing parallels to their legendary namesake. This established lore provides a rich backdrop for…

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Marcus Thorne
May 20, 2026
2.0 / 5
2.0

This 1987 Japanese production, 'The Legend of Kentauros', attempts to blend the grit of biker culture with the melodrama of a classic love triangle. The premise of the Centaur racing team from Yokohama is intriguing, suggesting a visual…

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Eleanor Vance
May 20, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

The Legend of Kentauros offers a spirited dive into the world of high-stakes motorcycle racing and the fierce loyalties that bind a biker crew. Set against the urban sprawl of Yokohama, the film centres on the Centaurs, a…

FAQs

Released in late 1987, 'The Legend of Kentauros' emerged during a period when biker films and tales of rebellious youth subcultures held significant cultural sway. This era often saw a blend of action, drama, and explorations of loyalty and conflict within tight-knit groups. The film’s focus on a Japanese biker gang adds a specific cultural flavour to these enduring themes, reflecting a localised take on a globally recognised genre.