Great evil does not go to sleep: The counterattack of the special investigation unit prosecutor
Great evil does not go to sleep: The counterattack of the special investigation unit prosecutor

Great evil does not go to sleep: The counterattack of the special investigation unit prosecutor

2016Movie111 minJapanese

Shinichi Tominaga is a prosecutor, newly appointed to the special investigation division for the Tokyo district prosecutors' office. He is currently busy with a case involving suspicious donations to powerful politician Yohei Tachibana. Shinichi then receives a mysterious message from his friend Samon Kondo. His friend is in charge of space development at The The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. The message talks about a scandal related to space development. Samon soon goes missing after sending the message. Shinichi begins to see a connection between the two cases.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Yoo Seon-dongGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A gritty crime drama, the film follows a seasoned prosecutor and his determined team as they wage a relentless war against a powerful crime syndicate. Facing overwhelming odds and corruption within the system, they must use every ounce of their strength and wit to bring the criminals to justice. The narrative escalates as the stakes rise, leading to a dramatic confrontation where the fate of the city hangs in the balance.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with praise directed towards its intense action sequences and solid performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some critics noted that the plot, while engaging, occasionally felt predictable and relied on familiar crime thriller tropes. Audience response was generally favorable, appreciating the film's straightforward approach to its genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong action and lead performances.
  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable storyline.
  • Seen as a competent, if not groundbreaking, crime thriller.

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Fun Fact

Park Sung-woong, who plays the lead prosecutor, is known for his versatile acting and has portrayed both heroic and villainous characters throughout his career.

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