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118 min 2014 IMDb 6.5

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The World of Kanako

Mystery, Crime, Thriller

🎬 Critics Choice Nominee
Director Tetsuya Nakashima
Status Released
Release Date 2014-07-04

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When Kanako, a model daughter and a brilliant student, disappears, her mother asks her ex-husband, a violent former policeman, to find her. As his investigation progresses, his idealized image of Kanako cracks: the girl hides a dark life that her father can not even imagine.

"Say goodbye to reason."

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ColinJ ★ 8.0

"A visual and emotional sledghammer of a movie."

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Alunauwie ★ 9.0

"The World of Kanako, adapted from Akio Fukamachi’s novel Endless Thirst, delivers a disturbing yet powerful portrayal of teenage darkness and broken families. With its non-linear narrative and intense visuals, the film demands full attention, as its fragmented structure gradually reveals the emotional depth behind Kanako’s seemingly perfect facade. Though some editing choices and plot logic feel inconsistent, the raw performances—especially by Nana Komatsu and Koji Yakusho—elevate the film into a gripping psychological experience that boldly exposes the dark undercurrents of modern youth. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)"

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