One After Another
One After Another

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One After Another

1968
Movie
102 min
Italian

Bespectacled pistolero Stan Ross comes to Canyon City and becomes involved with two feuding factions, after a clerk has been killed by the banker Jefferson during a botched holdup, while robbing his own bank.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Haruo NakataGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective is assigned to investigate a series of murders that seem connected by a common thread. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and hidden motives. The investigation leads him through the dark underbelly of society, where danger lurks at every turn.

Critical Reception

The film received moderate critical attention for its suspenseful plot and atmospheric direction. While some critics noted its adherence to genre conventions, others praised its engaging mystery and the performances of its cast. It is considered a solid entry in the Japanese crime thriller genre of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intricate mystery and suspenseful pacing.

  • Appreciated for its gritty atmosphere and effective detective work.

  • Considered a competent, if somewhat conventional, crime thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and limited international release. Those available generally appreciate the classic mystery elements and the build-up of tension.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of popular Japanese crime and detective films produced in the late 1960s, often featuring complex plots and urban settings.

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