The Jailbreaker Haruna Kawakita
The Jailbreaker Haruna Kawakita

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The Jailbreaker Haruna Kawakita

2020
Movie
Adult · 18+
100 min
Japanese

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Haruna KawakitaGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, wrongly convicted of a crime he didn't commit, finds himself trapped in a harsh prison system. As he navigates the brutal realities of incarceration and forms uneasy alliances, he becomes determined to uncover the truth and expose the corruption that led to his downfall. His resilience is tested daily as he fights for justice from within the confines of his cell.

Critical Reception

The film garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its gritty atmosphere and Takahashi's intense performance. However, some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven in certain sections. Audiences generally appreciated the thriller elements and the exploration of the justice system.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and a compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized by some for a conventional narrative arc and occasional pacing issues.

  • An engaging, albeit familiar, look into the struggles of wrongful imprisonment.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is scarce for this title, making it difficult to ascertain specific points of like or dislike.

Fun Fact

Director Haruna Kawakita drew inspiration for the prison setting from real-life accounts of correctional facilities, aiming for an authentic and unflinching portrayal of confinement.

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