The Confidence Man JP
The Confidence Man JP

TV Show spotlight

The Confidence Man JP

2018
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Japanese

Dako is a con woman. She stays at a suite in a luxury hotel and schemes to take money from vicious wealthy people like yakuza bosses and evil businessmen. She works with Boku-chan and Richard. Boku-chan is a sincere and timid young con man. Richard is a veteran con man. Dako is able to master knowledge from various professions in a short period of time and disguises herself as someone working in that field. Along with Boku-chan and Richard, they carry their plans using fantastic teamwork.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Google Users86%
Director: Ryo TanakaGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Dako, a cunning and manipulative con artist, targets wealthy and corrupt individuals across Asia. She uses elaborate disguises and psychological tactics to trick her victims out of their fortunes. Alongside her reluctant accomplices, she navigates a world of greed and deceit, always staying one step ahead of the law and her marks. The film follows her intricate schemes and daring escapes in a thrilling game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

The Confidence Man JP was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike, praised for its witty dialogue, fast-paced plot, and engaging performances, particularly from lead actress Masami Nagasawa. While some noted the predictable nature of con artist films, the overall consensus highlighted its entertaining and stylish execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Entertaining heist-style caper with a charismatic lead performance.

  • Stylish and humorous, offering a fun ride through elaborate con schemes.

  • While formulaic, the film delivers enjoyable twists and turns.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'The Confidence Man JP,' appreciating its humor, the cleverness of the cons, and Masami Nagasawa's compelling portrayal of the titular con artist. The film's fast pacing and engaging plot were frequently mentioned as highlights.

Fun Fact

The film is a spin-off of the popular Japanese television drama series of the same name, which also stars Masami Nagasawa as the lead con artist, Dako.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review