Vigilante

Original work from director Irie Yu of Memoirs of a Murder and the "8000 MILES: SR Saitama's Rapper" series. Set in a provincial city, the story depicts men who are trapped in a vicious downward spiral. Eldest son Ichiro absconded as a youth. Second son Jiro is a city councilman. Youngest son Saburo manages a call girl service. The death of their father brings together three brothers who have pursued different paths in life, and the situation deteriorates as their inescapable fates intertwine once again.

Directed by Yū Irie, Vigilante leans on a strong ensemble — Nao Omori, Kosuke Suzuki, Kenta Kiritani — 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 drama titles of 2017.