Complicity
By Kei Chikaura
2018 | 116 min | Crime
An illegal immigrant from China is desperate for work in Japan. He pretends to be someone else to get a job at a traditional soba restaurant.
Kei Chikaura
DirectorKei Chikaura is a Japanese director known for his work in the film industry. He is recognized for his feature film "Complicity" which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2018. Chikaura's talent and unique storytelling have earned him critical acclaim in the industry.
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