The Blood of Wolves (2018)

Other name: 孤狼の血 , Korou no Chi , Lone Wolf's Blood

Description:

Set in the intense criminal landscape of 1988 Hiroshima, "The Blood of Wolves" introduces a rookie detective, Hioka, as he's thrust into a perilous missing person investigation. Assigned to the second investigative unit, Hioka finds himself partnered with the seasoned yet controversial detective Ogami, who carries a notorious reputation for having ties to the local mob. The case centers on a vanished employee from a yakuza-affiliated finance company, quickly drawing Hioka into direct confrontation with ruthless gang thugs. As Hioka navigates this dangerous underworld, he harbors increasing doubts about Ogami's lawbreaking methods and questionable ethics. The film explores Hioka's moral dilemma as he questions whether justice can truly be served when operating on the fringes of the law, leading to a gripping tale of loyalty, corruption, and the fight for truth amidst a city steeped in crime.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Detective; Investigation; Mystery