The World of Kanako (2014)
1h 58m | PG-13
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.
Director: Tetsuya Nakashima
Studio: GYAO
Genre: Mystery, Crime, Thriller
Video: 720p
Cast
Koji Yakusho
as Akikazu Fujishima
Nana Komatsu
as Kanako Fujishima
Satoshi Tsumabuki
as Detective Asai
Hiroya Shimizu
as I / Narrator
Fumi Nikaido
as Nami Endo
Ai Hashimoto
as Morishita
Reviews
A visual and emotional sledghammer of a movie.
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)