Jokyōshi 'izu noodoriko' satsujin jiken
Jokyōshi 'izu noodoriko' satsujin jiken

Jokyōshi 'izu noodoriko' satsujin jiken

1986Movie0Japanese

Teacher Shizuko and her literature club students are caught up in a murder case while on vacation in Izu. The victims are Kazumasa, who was in a relationship with Shizuko's friend Ritsuko, and his wife.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Tetsuya KataokaGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of murders connected to a mysterious woman who dances in the Izu Peninsula. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, obsession, and a tragic past.

Critical Reception

This film is a lesser-known Japanese thriller that received moderate attention upon its release, primarily within niche crime and mystery film circles. It is noted for its atmospheric tension and suspenseful narrative, though it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing mystery and suspenseful build-up.
  • Commented on for its atmospheric cinematography and unsettling tone.
  • Some critics found the plot convoluted in its latter half.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this film on Google platforms, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film's title translates to 'Female Teacher 'Izu Dancer' Murder Case', referencing a classic Japanese novel by Yasunari Kawabata, though the film's plot is an original story.

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