Bitter Blood
Bitter Blood

Bitter Blood

2014TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

A rookie detective assigned to the Ginza Police Station finds himself partnered with his estranged father. Together with the rest of the team, they solve crimes as an old adversary plots to take revenge on father and son.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Katsuyuki MotohiroGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A rookie detective, Katsuya Sugishita, is partnered with his idol, a charismatic but seemingly reckless veteran detective, Akitsugu Konno. As they tackle a series of challenging cases, Sugishita begins to uncover a hidden, darker side to Konno's methods and his past, leading to a conflict that tests their loyalty and the very definition of justice.

Critical Reception

Bitter Blood was generally well-received by audiences for its thrilling action sequences and the compelling dynamic between its lead actors. Critics praised its engaging plot and stylish direction, though some found certain plot developments predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and visual flair.
  • The chemistry between the lead actors was a standout element.
  • Some viewers noted a predictable narrative arc.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely aggregated for this film.

Fun Fact

Bitter Blood is based on a popular Japanese police novel series by Kōji Sasaki, which has also been adapted into a successful TV drama.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review