Plot: Jin is a young police officer. After his wife dies, he has to take care of his little daughter all by himself. Because he doesn't have enough time to raise her properly, he moves to a quieter village where he finds a new job. One of the first criminals he catches is Neko, a peculiar and enigmatic guy.
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September 24, 2024
A decent drama, the kind that fits Koji Yakusho perfectly. The quality is there, but the film prefers to stick to conventions and doesn't try all that hard to differentiate itself. I would've rated it a little lower, if not for Akira Emoto's lovely character and fitting performance. He's the real attraction here.
Yakusho's character is pleasant but a tad dull. The same could be said about the cinematography, music, and drama. It's only Emoto who sticks out and adds some much-needed edge to this film. His portrayal is quite enigmatic, even difficult to read, but that's what keeps things interesting.