Dark Suit
Ichinose Ryo works as a salesperson for a subsidiary of Hashiba Electronics, a mid-sized electronics manufacturer which prides itself on its long history. One day, he is ordered to transfer to the company’s headquarters. Why him when he has no strong points? The new company president Matsumoto, who has come from America, has his eye on Ichinose’s perseverance as a salesperson and intends to make a five-member team contemplate strategies to improve the management of Hashiba Group. Ichinose and the members head to Vietnam in search of cost-cutting measures. While in Vietnam, he learns about the ongoing bribery behind the contract work between headquarters and subsidiary as a result of a new business plan – a license business – which has severely shaken Hashiba Group. Ichinose is determined to change the company in order to correct its way of doing things and fulfil his own and other members’ dreams.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck architect, haunted by a past failure, receives an unusual offer from a mysterious client. This opportunity promises to solve his financial woes but comes with dark implications. As he delves deeper into the project, he uncovers a conspiracy that blurs the lines between reality and his own deteriorating mental state.
Critical Reception
Dark Suit received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, with praise often directed at its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while some noted pacing issues.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and a compelling central performance.
- Criticized by some for occasional slow pacing and a convoluted plot.
- Viewers appreciated the film's noir-like tone and psychological depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with many highlighting the film's intriguing premise and effective mood-setting. Some viewers found the narrative a bit too complex or slow at times, but the overall consensus leans towards appreciation for its genre elements.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with many of its urban landscapes contributing to the movie's gritty and noir-inspired aesthetic.
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