Ouroboros
"Ouroboros" is an ancient symbol that depicts a snake eating its own tail - meaning infinity. Based on a popular comic, a clumsy detective and a cool gang stand up to true evil. Ikuo and Tatsuya grew up in a children's orphanage together. When their favorite teacher, Yuiko, is murdered, a policeman wearing a gold watch covers up the incident. Ikuo and Tatsuya promise each other to avenge their teacher someday. Twenty years later, Ikuo is a detective in Shinjuku second police station investigating various cases with elite detective - Mizuki, while smart and handsome Tatsuya has become one of the top members of a gang group.
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Plot Summary
A young man, living a desperate life in the slums, becomes involved in a series of escalating crimes. As his situation worsens, he grapples with his conscience and the brutal realities of his environment, leading him down a dangerous path with no clear escape.
Critical Reception
Ouroboros received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its gritty realism and strong performances, particularly from its lead. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the bleakness of the narrative overwhelming.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its authentic portrayal of poverty and desperation.
- Noted for compelling lead performance and atmospheric direction.
- Criticized by some for its unrelenting bleakness and slow pacing.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actor and Best Screenplay at the Fajr Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in a real slum area, enhancing its realistic portrayal of urban poverty.
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