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Ekiro (2009)
Director: Shigemichi Sugita
Cast: Koji Yakusho, Eri Fukatsu, Tae Kimura, Sousuke Takaoka
Runtime130 min
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An employee of a bank goes missing following his retirement from the bank. Veteran detective Yobuno (Koji Yakusho), who is set to retire himself, is charged with the investigating the missing person case. Det. Yobuno quickly finds more mysterious as he delves into the case, but a woman named Keiko Fukumura (Eri Fukatsu) surfaces who may hold the key to case.
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Ekiro (2009) is a critically acclaimed Japanese TV movie directed by Shigemichi Sugita. The mystery drama follows a veteran detective investigating a missing person case and has received praise for its engaging storyline and strong performances, particularly from lead actor Koji Yakusho. However, information on the film's awards recognition and public reception is not readily available.
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Fans of mystery dramas and acclaimed Japanese actor Koji Yakusho will find Ekiro (2009) particularly compelling. Directed by Shigemichi Sugita, this intricate TV movie follows a veteran detective on the trail of a missing bank employee, uncovering a web of secrets and surprises along the way. Yakusho's nuanced performance anchors the film's atmospheric, suspenseful investigation.