Detective Kyosuke Kozu's Murder Reasoning 9
Kyosuke Kozu (Masaomi Kondo), a university professor and a famous detective, is a big magic lover. He was asked to judge the Magic Competition to be held in Ito, and set out with his sister Nobuko, her lover's newspaper reporter Kenzo, and the brothers Shiro Kishibe. On the day, Shigeko Mizutani, who was supposed to play the guillotine technique, went missing, and she was found dead while her sister Yoshiko was taking her place. The suspects include Yoshiko, Shigeko's husband, Ryohei Mizutani, and her secretary, Yuriko.
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Plot Summary
This installment of the 'Murder Reasoning' series follows the brilliant but unconventional Detective Kyosuke Kozu as he investigates a complex murder case. Facing a web of deceit and hidden motives, Kozu must use his keen intellect and sharp observation skills to unravel the truth. The investigation leads him through the underbelly of society, where he confronts suspects with their own secrets.
Critical Reception
As a popular installment in a long-running TV movie series, 'Detective Kyosuke Kozu's Murder Reasoning 9' was generally well-received by its target audience for its intricate plot and engaging detective work. Critics often praised the series' consistent quality in presenting classic whodunit mysteries, though some noted a formulaic approach in later entries.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its clever mysteries and satisfying plot twists.
- Appreciated for the solid performance of the lead actor as the titular detective.
- Noted for upholding the traditional elements of Japanese detective dramas.
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Fun Fact
The 'Murder Reasoning' series, known in Japanese as ' Satsujin Hakushiki', has been a staple of Japanese television crime drama for decades, with numerous installments featuring different detectives and complex cases.
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