The Last Cop
In 1985, when detective Kyogoku Kosuke (Karasawa Toshiaki) was hunting down some criminals, he suddenly found himself in the center of an explosion and ended up falling into a coma. In 2015, after 30 years Kosuke wakes up and has a lot to catch up, new values, technology, family, work, everything he has missed. Back to the Criminal Division, Kosuke and his new partner Ryota (Kubota Masataka) are entrusted with classified security data that aims to a terrorist group Schiesser.
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Plot Summary
After 23 years in a coma, Detective Detective Rüdiger "Rüde" Kowalski awakens to a world he barely recognizes. His partner is retired, his son has grown up and become a cop himself, and the world of policing has drastically changed. Rüde must now navigate this new reality, grappling with outdated methods and a vastly different society, all while trying to reconnect with his estranged son and solve one last case.
Critical Reception
The film was a commercial success in Germany, praised for its comedic elements and the chemistry between its leads, though some critics noted its predictable plot. It resonated well with audiences who enjoyed its blend of humor and action.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its humor and lighthearted approach to a serious premise.
- Matthias Schweighöfer's performance as the bewildered cop is a highlight.
- Some found the storyline a bit formulaic and the jokes occasionally hit-or-miss.
Google audience: Viewers generally enjoyed the film's humor and its portrayal of a fish-out-of-water protagonist adjusting to modern times. The action sequences were found to be entertaining, and the film was often described as a fun, albeit simple, comedy.
Fun Fact
The film is a remake of the 2010 French film 'The Last Hammer'. The German version achieved significant box office success in its home country.
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