貌斬りKAOKIRI～戯曲「スタニスラフスキー探偵団」より

A mysterious masked assailant, known only as Kaokiri, begins a spree of public beheadings in Tokyo, targeting individuals associated with the theater. Detective Akagi is assigned to the case, which leads him into the complex and often disturbing world of avant-garde theater and the secrets of the "Stanislavski Detective Troupe." As the body count rises, Akagi must unravel the motive behind the brutal murders before Kaokiri strikes again.

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its unique premise and visual style, though some critics found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences were generally intrigued by the blend of crime thriller and theatrical elements.

• Praised for its stylish direction and unsettling atmosphere.
• Noted for an ambitious, though sometimes hard-to-follow, narrative.
• The performances, particularly from the lead, were highlighted as strong.

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The film is based on a stage play titled 'Stanislavski Detective Troupe' by Katsuya Asai, who also directed the film.