I can even express how much I enjoyed this 1990's period dramatic thriller based upon a book by the main character I have not read. The writing, the cinematography, and acting are movie quality. This is the story of a young American journalist working and thriving in Japan. He becomes involved in the world of the Japanese underworld and the police as he tries to find his was socially and professionally. Ansel Elgort (Jake), Rachel Keller (Samantha), Ken Watanabe (Katagiri) and Rinko Kikuchi (Eimi) are terrific in this. While this stars Ansel Elgort it is a triumph for Ken Watanabe who is excellent, and also produced this. HBO has treated this one with the seriousness it deserves but it is also endearing and that is based on the depth of the characters. Japan is an additional character in this and she is fascinating. I recommend this highly.
Review of Tokyo Vice
