The Law of Killing
殺しの掟
Synopsis
Members of the Ryusei Group conspiring to expand their influence into the Kanto region are being murdered one after another. The method? Strangulation with piano wire. The culprit is Sakura Kyosuke, who became a hitman for the rival group, the Jinbukai, to earn money for the medical treatment of his sister, Saori, who has a walking disability. His crimes are both elegant and cruel, making him an indispensable yet troublesome figure for the Jinbukai! However, the Ryusei Group hires former police officer Togawa and orders Sakura's elimination. A fierce battle between two elite assassins now begins. The brilliant, cruel, and tragic story of men who know no other way to live but as hitmen!
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 25, 2005
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yasuhiro Hotta
- Screenplay & Story
- 堀田靖博
- Original Title
- 殺しの掟
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yasuhiro Hotta
堀田靖博
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Yasuhiro Hotta
Director
堀田靖博
Writer
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What is The Law of Killing about?
Members of the Ryusei Group conspiring to expand their influence into the Kanto region are being murdered one after another. The method? Strangulation with piano wire. The culprit is Sakura Kyosuke, who became a hitman for the rival group, the Jinbukai, to earn money for the medical treatment of his sister, Saori, who has a walking disability. His crimes are both elegant and cruel, making him an indispensable yet troublesome figure for the Jinbukai! However, the Ryusei Group hires former police officer Togawa and orders Sakura's elimination. A fierce battle between two elite assassins now begins. The brilliant, cruel, and tragic story of men who know no other way to live but as hitmen!
Who directed The Law of Killing?
The Law of Killing was directed by Yasuhiro Hotta.
Who stars in The Law of Killing?
The principal cast of The Law of Killing includes Hakuryu, Nagare Hagiwara, Baiken Jukkanji, Shunsaku Yajima, Yu Miyamura.
When was The Law of Killing released and how long is it?
The Law of Killing was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.