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READY! LADY
Ryoko, a free-spirited 23-year-old woman, quits her job after being caught having an affair with a co-worker and finds herself on the street. She comes to Tokyo, relying on her aunt Moeko, a career woman who works as a manager at a major city bank. The two, who have completely different personalities, quarrel constantly whenever they see each other.
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Plot Summary
In this action-drama, a former detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when a young woman he once knew becomes entangled with a dangerous yakuza organization. He must confront his own demons and navigate the treacherous landscape of Tokyo's organized crime to protect her and seek justice.
Critical Reception
READY! LADY received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its action sequences and lead performances, though some found the plot somewhat predictable. Audiences generally appreciated its gritty portrayal of crime and its emotional undertones.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense action and compelling performances.
Some critics noted a familiar narrative structure.
Appreciated for its atmospheric portrayal of the criminal underworld.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google reviews, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for the film's genre elements and dramatic tension.
Fun Fact
The film is noted for being one of the later works of veteran director Toshio Masuda, who was known for his extensive work in the yakuza genre throughout the 1960s and 70s.
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