Overview

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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Review by: ColinJ

A visual and emotional sledghammer of a movie.

Reviewer rating: 8.0

Review by: Alunauwie

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)

Reviewer rating: 9.0

Actors


Koji Yakusho

Akikazu Fujishima


Nana Komatsu

Kanako Fujishima


Hiroya Shimizu

I / Narrator


Satoshi Tsumabuki

Detective Asai


Joe Odagiri

Detective Aikawa


Asuka Kurosawa

Kiriko Fujishima


Jun Kunimura

Dr. Tsujimura


Munetaka Aoki

Sakiyama


Megumi Hatachiya

Detective Aikawa's Wife

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