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Profit from Killing
The bustling Ikebukuro area was under the control of the Hanamura Kogyo yakuza gang, and there was no end to the violence. The tramp Bin Tsuzuki returns to his hometown after being released from Abashiri prison, and he is noticed when he saves a student from gangsters from the Hanamura gang. But this was only the beginning of a bloody struggle...
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Plot Summary
A wealthy, manipulative socialite orchestrates a complex plot to frame her husband for murder to gain control of his fortune. She enlists the help of a former lover, a struggling writer, to carry out her scheme. As the plan unfolds, unexpected complications and moral dilemmas arise, threatening to expose their conspiracy and lead to dire consequences.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and performances, while others found the plot convoluted and predictable. It is generally considered a competent but not outstanding thriller from its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful pacing and intriguing premise.
Criticized for a somewhat predictable and convoluted plot.
The performances, particularly by Suzanne Pleshette, were often highlighted.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film on Google platforms.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a television pilot before being developed into a feature film.
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