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Release Year1982
Runtime1h 31m
LanguageJapanese
CertificationNR
GenresAction, Drama, History
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DirectorYūsuke Watanabe
WritersYūsuke Watanabe
TypeFeature Film
Rating0.0 out of 10
Cast7 credited
Also Known AsPrivate Detective DOBU 2: The Kyoto Murder Case
About Private Detective DOBU 2: The Kyoto Murder Case
Dobu, an Edo samurai, is tasked with investigating a string of noble murders in Kyoto, disrupting his routine in Shimotani.
Directed by Yūsuke Watanabe, Private Detective DOBU 2: The Kyoto Murder Case leans on a strong ensemble — Kunie Tanaka, Kirin Kiki, Takeo Chii — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1982.
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