The Spiral streaming
Genre
Fantasy
Year
1998
Runtime
1h37

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The Spiral

Unravel the mystery. Question your reality.

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Synopsis

The Spiral, a Japanese psychological thriller released in 1998, follows a detective played by Koichi Sato as he investigates a mysterious case involving a woman who claims to be his wife, despite his lack of memory of her. As the detective delves deeper into the unsettling mystery, he unravels a twisted web of deception, betrayal, and mind games that challenge his sanity and perception of reality. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and the blurred lines between truth and illusion, keeping the audience at the edge of their seats with its suspenseful and unpredictable plot twists.

Cast

  • Koichi Sato

    Koichi Sato

    Mitsuo Ando

  • Miki Nakatani

    Miki Nakatani

    Mai Takano

  • Hinako Saeki

    Hinako Saeki

    Sadako Yamamura

  • Shingo Tsurumi

    Shingo Tsurumi

    Miyashita

  • Shigemitsu Ogi

    Shigemitsu Ogi

    Maekawa Keibuho

  • Yutaka Matsushige

    Yutaka Matsushige

    Yoshino

Reviews

The Spiral has received mixed reviews from critics. While some viewers praised the film's atmospheric tension and Sato's compelling performance, others found its slow pacing and convoluted plot to be frustrating. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 3.8/10, with critics commending its moody cinematography but criticizing its lack of narrative coherence. IMDb users rated it 5.2/10, with some highlighting its intriguing premise but others feeling let down by the execution. Metacritic gave it a score of 45/100, with reviews ranging from praising its psychological depth to condemning its confusing narrative structure. Despite the divisive opinions, The Spiral remains a thought-provoking and visually striking film that lingers in the minds of viewers.