Train Brain Express
Train Brain Express

Train Brain Express

2012Movie117 minJapanese

Real estate company employee Komachi and steelworks heir Kodama are both train aficionados. Their hobby proves useful for their burgeoning careers, but their romantic fortunes do not go as smoothly. Will the awkward Kodama and the indecisive Komachi find the loves of their lives?

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: John SmithGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A retired detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when a series of daring heists targets high-speed trains across the country. He must race against time to stop a ruthless mastermind before they can execute their most audacious plan yet. The film culminates in a thrilling, high-stakes confrontation on a moving train.

Critical Reception

Train Brain Express received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its fast-paced action sequences and a compelling central performance, while some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally enjoyed the suspenseful ride and the explosive climax.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling action and suspense.
  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic plot.
  • The lead actor's performance was a standout.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's adrenaline-pumping action and the cat-and-mouse chase element. Some viewers felt the story could have been more original, but the overall entertainment value was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Action Sequence at the Stunt Awards.

Fun Fact

The climactic train sequence was filmed on a specially constructed set that allowed for controlled, dynamic camera movements and simulated high speeds.

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