Willful Murder
Originally released in 1981. Willful Murder is a drama film. directed by Kei Kumai. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tatsuya Nakadai, Ichirō Nakatani, and Isao Hashimoto
Synopsis
The president of the Japanese National Railways is found dead during a period in which train service is plagued by numerous layoffs, strikes and shutdowns. The government says that the president was murdered; the police claim it was a suicide. A quizzical reporter follows the case for years, but the basic question remains unanswered: was the victim killed by members of the burgeoning Communist movement in Japan, or was the death stage-managed by the authorities in hopes of discrediting the Communists?
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 7, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
2h 12m
132 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Haiyuza Eiga Hoso Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willful Murder about?
The president of the Japanese National Railways is found dead during a period in which train service is plagued by numerous layoffs, strikes and shutdowns. The government says that the president wa...
Who directed Willful Murder?
Willful Murder was directed by Kei Kumai.
How long is Willful Murder?
Willful Murder has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was Willful Murder released?
Willful Murder was released on November 7, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Willful Murder?
The main cast of Willful Murder includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Ichirō Nakatani, Isao Hashimoto, Akio Miyabe, Yōko Asaji.