Incidental Murders Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Incidental Murders.
Incidental Murders Ending Explained: The daughter of the wealthy Soga family is kidnapped and her fiance is murdered. Directed by Kazuo Inoue, this 1961 drama film stars Masahiko Tsugawa (Takashi Kosaka), alongside Miyuki Kuwano as Tatsuko Soga, Shinichirō Mikami as Sanko, Mari Yoshimura as Mary Matsuyama. Rated 5/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of Incidental Murders?
The daughter of the wealthy Soga family is kidnapped and her fiance is murdered. But the kidnappers, Tatsu and Sanko are unaware that Tatsuko is the heiress to a fortune. Two strong-arm brothers, Kosaka and Takeshi, learn of her identity and join the gang in an effort to shake down the tycoon for ten million yen. Upon joining forces, their first move is to rid themselves of the driver whose identity is known to the police because of a cap which he left behind at the scene of the crime. Upon obtaining the ransom money, the brothers murder the two kidnappers and go to the port city of Kobe. The younger brother, Takeshi, has fallen in love with the prisoner and refuses to allow her to be killed and they take her with them from one hideout to another.
Kazuo Inoue's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Masahiko Tsugawa (Takashi Kosaka)'s journey. But the kidnappers, Tatsu and Sanko are unaware that Tatsuko is the heiress to a fortune.
How Does Masahiko Tsugawa (Takashi Kosaka)'s Story End?
- Masahiko Tsugawa: Masahiko Tsugawa's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Miyuki Kuwano (Tatsuko Soga): Miyuki Kuwano's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Shinichirō Mikami (Sanko): Shinichirō Mikami's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Incidental Murders Mean?
The ending of Incidental Murders brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Masahiko Tsugawa's story may not satisfy all audiences.