Pretenders
Pretenders

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Pretenders

2018
Movie
114 min
Japanese

In Osaka, Shiromiya will soon turn 40 years old and he is unemployed. He lives with his daughter Yoyoko who is 5-years-old. Yoyoko has a secret. One day, Shiromiya's childhood friend Machi appears in front of them. Machi is a police officer. She looks at Yoyoko with suspicion...

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Raghav DharGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, haunted by a tragic past, finds herself entangled in a dangerous game of deception and survival. As she navigates a treacherous world of secrets and lies, she must confront her inner demons and fight for her life against formidable adversaries.

Critical Reception

Pretenders received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its suspenseful narrative and strong performances, though some critics found the plot occasionally convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and intriguing premise.

  • Noted for solid performances from the lead cast.

  • Some found the pacing and plot development to be uneven.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in various locations across Sweden, adding a distinct visual flair to its suspenseful narrative.

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