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2014•118 min•Mystery, Crime, Thriller

The World of Kanako

Is The World of Kanako a Hit or Flop?

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Is The World of Kanako worth watching? With a rating of 6.443/10, this Mystery, Crime, Thriller film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The World of Kanako Synopsis

When Kanako, a model daughter and a brilliant student, disappears, her mother asks her ex-husband, a violent former policeman, to find her. As his investigation progresses, his idealized image of Kanako cracks: the girl hides a dark life that her father can not even imagine.

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Top Cast

Koji Yakusho
Koji YakushoAkikazu Fujishima
Nana Komatsu
Nana KomatsuKanako Fujishima
Hiroya Shimizu
Hiroya ShimizuI / Narrator
Satoshi Tsumabuki
Satoshi TsumabukiDetective Asai
Joe Odagiri
Joe OdagiriDetective Aikawa
Asuka Kurosawa
Asuka KurosawaKiriko Fujishima
Jun Kunimura
Jun KunimuraDr. Tsujimura
Munetaka Aoki
Munetaka AokiSakiyama
Megumi Hatachiya
Megumi HatachiyaDetective Aikawa's Wife
Ai Hashimoto
Ai HashimotoMorishita

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Is The World of Kanako worth watching?

The World of Kanako has received mixed reviews with a 6.443/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Mystery, Crime, Thriller movies.

Is The World of Kanako hit or flop?

The World of Kanako has received average ratings (6.443/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The World of Kanako?

The World of Kanako is a Mystery, Crime, Thriller movie that When Kanako, a model daughter and a brilliant student, disappears, her mother asks her ex-husband, a violent former policeman, to find her. As his inv...

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Critic Reviews

ColinJFeb 16, 2017
★ 8

A visual and emotional sledghammer of a movie.

AlunauwieSep 23, 2025
★ 9

The World of Kanako, adapted from Akio Fukamachi’s novel Endless Thirst, delivers a disturbing yet powerful portrayal of teenage darkness and broken families. With its non-linear narrative and intense visuals, the film demands full attention, as its fragmented structure gradually reveals the emotional depth behind Kanako’s seemingly perfect facade. Though some editing choices and plot logic feel inconsistent, the raw performances—especially by Nana Komatsu and Koji Yakusho—elevate the film into a gripping psychological experience that boldly exposes the dark undercurrents of modern youth. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)