Sayonara Debussy - Pianist Tantei Misaki Yosuke
Sayonara Debussy - Pianist Tantei Misaki Yosuke

Sayonara Debussy - Pianist Tantei Misaki Yosuke

2016Movie108 minJapanese

Yosuke Misaki used to be a promising prosecutor, but he suddenly quit his job. He begins a new career as a pianist. He knocks on the door of wealthy man Kentaro Katsuki who lives in a peaceful area of Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture. Kentaro Katsuki lives with his housekeeper Michiko Tsuzuruki (Midoriko Kimura). Kentaro allows Yosuke Misaki to stay at his home. Near Kentaro Katsuki's home, lives the Sanada family. At their home, Haruka aspires to become a pianist. One day, a fatal fire breaks out at the Sanada's house. Later, Yosuke helps Haruka to play the piano again.

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Director: Katsuhiko FujiiGenres: Mystery, Music

Plot Summary

A talented pianist named Yosuke Misaki moonlights as a detective, using his keen ear for music to solve crimes. In this installment, he investigates a murder that seems to be connected to the complex world of classical music and the legacy of Debussy. As he delves deeper, he uncovers secrets that are as intricate as a musical composition, leading him to a surprising culprit.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception, with praise for its unique premise blending music and mystery, and criticism for its pacing and underdeveloped plot elements. Audiences familiar with the source material generally appreciated the faithful adaptation, while newcomers found it somewhat niche.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive concept of a musically-inclined detective.
  • Noted for its atmospheric portrayal of the classical music world.
  • Criticized for a sometimes convoluted plot and uneven execution.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this niche title, but general sentiment points to an appreciation for the unique blend of genres, though some viewers found the mystery aspect less compelling than the musical elements.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a series of mystery novels by Japanese author Keigo Higashino, who is also known for "The Devotion of Suspect X".

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