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Makiriko
Sayaka Komaki is a girl living an ordinary school life. She secretly has a crush on Shindo, a student in the same grade. But her peaceful life changes when one of the school’s basketball club members suddenly disappears. And she meets a new girl in school, mysterious Setsuna, who moved in around the time the student went missing. Something inside Sayaka begins to change after meeting this new girl in school. Who is this Setsuna? Lovesick Sayaka and obsessed Shindo complicate the story, trying to get what they want. Egotistical people can be manipulative. The truth can only be seen through purity, Setsuna’s blade.
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Plot Summary
Detective Kanzaki is tasked with investigating a series of gruesome murders linked to the yakuza. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power, forcing him to confront his own past and the corruption within the system he serves. The case becomes increasingly personal as the killer's motives become clearer, blurring the lines between justice and revenge.
Critical Reception
Makiriko received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its gritty atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. However, some found the plot to be convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally appreciated its dark tone and engaging crime narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric tension and compelling performances.
Criticized for a complex and sometimes confusing narrative.
Noted for its dark and gritty depiction of crime and corruption.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for Makiriko, but those available often highlight the film's intense mood and the strong presence of its lead actors in portraying a dark crime story.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Atsushi Ogata, is known for his work in television dramas, and Makiriko marked one of his more prominent feature film directorial efforts.
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