The King of Jail Breakers

Synopsis

The King of Jail Breakers, a 2010 Japanese film directed by and starring Itsuji Itao, unravels the story of an unlikely hero striving to escape the clutches of prison. With humor and wit, the protagonist navigates through a series of daring escape attempts, balancing between suspense and comedy. As the plot thickens, unexpected twists and turns keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The film delves into themes of redemption, friendship, and determination, while serving a unique blend of action and humor that captivates viewers till the very end.

Cast

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  Itsuji Itao

  Masayuki Suzuki

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  Jun Kunimura

  Seiji Kanamura

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  Koji Ishizaka

  Kogoro Ura

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  Kai Ato

  Goto, Director of Shinshu Second Prison

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  Kanji Tsuda

  Hashimoto

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  Houka Kinoshita

  Iizuka

Reviews

The King of Jail Breakers has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some praise its quirky humor and engaging storyline, others criticize its pacing and lack of depth in character development. IMDb gives the film a rating of 6.0/10 based on user reviews. Critics from Rotten Tomatoes commend Itsuji Itao's performance and the film's comedic elements, calling it a 'refreshing take on the escape genre'. On the other hand, reviewers from Metacritic point out that the film falls short in delivering a truly gripping narrative. Despite its flaws, The King of Jail Breakers offers a fun and entertaining escape amidst the mundane.