家庭教師が解く!~殺人方程式の推理ドリル~
家庭教師が解く!~殺人方程式の推理ドリル~

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家庭教師が解く!~殺人方程式の推理ドリル~

2013
Movie
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Japanese

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Director: Kazunari SawaiGenres: Mystery, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A highly intelligent tutor with a genius-level IQ and a knack for solving complex mathematical problems becomes entangled in a series of murders. He uses his exceptional analytical skills and mathematical theories to decipher the cryptic clues left behind by the killer. As the body count rises, he must race against time to uncover the killer's identity and motive before becoming the next victim.

Critical Reception

This TV movie was generally well-received by audiences in Japan for its clever plot and the lead actor's portrayal of a brilliant but eccentric protagonist. Critics noted the intricate puzzles and the satisfying resolution, although some found the mathematical explanations occasionally dense for a general audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intricate mystery and unique approach using mathematics.

  • Takaya Kamikawa's performance as the brilliant tutor was a highlight.

  • The puzzle-solving elements were engaging for fans of deductive reasoning.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlighted the film's intellectual challenge and the compelling nature of the mathematical deductions used to solve the crimes. Viewers appreciated the smart storytelling and the intriguing central character.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a novel of the same name by Keigo Higashino, a renowned Japanese mystery writer, and is part of a series featuring the character of Kyoichi Kindaichi (though this specific film features a different tutor protagonist).

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