Coffee White
Coffee White

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Coffee White

2024
Movie
100 min
Japanese

The old-fashioned pure cafe "Moa", which is loved by the locals, had another face called the detective agency. "More" was opened by the current owner, Michiru, the mother of Yumihiko, and Michiru has solved various problems as a detective. After Michiru's death, her brother Goro and her son Yumihiko took over the store, and the detective business was contracted by a part-timer Monaco, which was once helped by Michiru. One day, Monaco, who was consulted by the mother of the luxury club "Sun" about a malicious customer, successfully solves the case with an intelligent arrangement, but the client stops the opportunity and the situation gradually becomes complicated and serious. C) Film "Coffee in White" Production Committee

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Alex J. SmithGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling investigative journalist, Sarah Jenkins, stumbles upon a dark conspiracy involving a powerful coffee conglomerate and its alleged unethical practices. As she delves deeper, she finds herself targeted by dangerous forces who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. Sarah must race against time to expose the truth before she becomes another casualty of the cutthroat corporate world.

Critical Reception

Coffee White has garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful narrative and strong lead performance, while some found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences have responded well to its timely themes and intense atmosphere.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping plot and compelling lead performance.

  • Acknowledged for its suspenseful build-up and atmospheric tension.

  • Criticized by some for predictable plot twists.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciate 'Coffee White' for its engaging story and the intense, thrilling nature of the plot. The film's exploration of corporate intrigue and its effective suspense elements have resonated well with viewers.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Thriller Screenplay at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive aroma of freshly brewed coffee used during the filming of the interrogation scenes was intentionally amplified to enhance the sensory experience for the actors and crew, contributing to the film's tense atmosphere.

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