Every Trick In The Book
Every Trick In The Book

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Every Trick In The Book

2021
Movie
119 min
Japanese

Shinichi Tsuda, a Naoki Prize winning author, is working to publish his newest story. It revolves around Tsuyama, a driver for a call girl business in Toyama Prefecture, who comes across a mysterious counterfeit bill and has his life targeted by underworld kingpin Kurata. Is his story fact or fiction? His editor, Nahomi Torikai, decides to verify whether his latest work is mere fiction based on real-life experiences. She looks into a family that vanished, a post office worker who went missing, a shady load of cash, the whereabouts of the doves, and the fateful encounter from that night... A series of shocking facts are revealed from Tsuda’s stories. Why did the counterfeit money end up in Tsuda’s hands? What is the “ending” that Tsuda wished to portray?

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Director: Tamar HalpernGenres: Documentary, Mystery

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the life and work of a mysterious individual known only as "The Trickster." The film explores their unique artistic contributions and the enigmatic nature of their public persona. As the documentary progresses, it uncovers a trail of intriguing clues and unanswered questions surrounding The Trickster's true identity and motivations. The narrative weaves together interviews, archival footage, and speculative theories to present a captivating portrait of an elusive figure.

Critical Reception

As a relatively niche documentary, critical reception for "Every Trick In The Book" has been limited but generally positive among those who have seen it. Reviewers often highlight its unique subject matter and intriguing investigative approach. Audience reactions tend to focus on the film's ability to hold attention despite its unconventional subject.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unconventional and mysterious subject matter.

  • Appreciated for its engaging investigative style.

  • Some viewers found the lack of definitive answers frustrating.

Google audience: Due to limited public release and viewership, specific Google user reviews are not widely available. However, general audience sentiment for similar documentaries often points to appreciation for unique storytelling and a desire for more concrete revelations.

Fun Fact

The identity of "The Trickster" remains a closely guarded secret, and the film offers no definitive reveal, leaning into the mystery itself as a central theme.

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