Erased
Erased

Erased

2016Movie120 minJapanese

Struggling manga author Satoru Fujinuma is beset by his fear to express himself. However, he has a supernatural ability of being forced to prevent deaths and catastrophes by being sent back in time before the incident occurred, repeating time until the accident is prevented. One day, he gets involved in an accident that has him framed as a murderer. Desperate to save the victim, he sends himself back in time only to find himself as a grade-schooler one month before fellow classmate Kayo Hinazuki went missing. Satoru now embarks on a new quest: to save Kayo and solve the mystery behind her disappearance.

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users57%
Director: Philipp StölzlGenres: Thriller, Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A former CIA agent living in Europe with his daughter has his past catch up to him when they are targeted by a shadowy organization. Forced to go on the run, he must use all his skills to protect his child and uncover the conspiracy behind the attack. As they evade pursuers through various European cities, the agent races against time to clear his name and discover who is behind the deadly plot.

Critical Reception

Erased received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the action sequences and performances of the lead actors but criticizing the predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful thriller elements while others found it to be a formulaic action film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and the chemistry between the lead actors.
  • Criticized for a derivative plot that offers few surprises.
  • Some found the thriller elements engaging, while others deemed it a standard genre flick.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be an average thriller with some decent action sequences. While many appreciated the performances, a common sentiment was that the plot was too predictable and lacked originality. Some viewers enjoyed the international settings, but others felt the story didn't fully capitalize on its potential.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various European cities, including Berlin, Germany, and Vienna, Austria, adding an international flair to the chase sequences.

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