Misumi has a criminal record dating back many years and is now under the spotlight again. It looks like an open and shut case, for Misumi has confessed to the new charge. Enter prominent lawyer Shigemori, who harbours other ideas, which could mean the difference between life and death. Read more …
Probing, philosophical and endlessly intriguing, it offers a fascinating spin on a familiar subject.
Though meandering in places, it makes its points forcefully enough.
It’s about patience rather than pleasure: this is chilly, bleak and contemplative.
A sombre, thought-provoking film.
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