A Taxing Woman's Return

A Taxing Woman's Return

1988 · 127 min · JA · 6.4 (56 votes)
Dir. Jūzō Itami · Starring Rentaro Mikuni, Nobuko Miyamoto, Toru Masuoka, Masahiko Tsugawa, Tetsuro Tamba, Yasuo Daichi · Music Toshiyuki Honda · A Taxing Woman Collection
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Ryōko Itakura returns as the tough-as-nails government taxing agent. This time she must figure out a way to expose a fanatical religious cult lead by a corrupt sociopath.

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This film offers a keenly observed, often cynical look at societal structures through a sharp, witty lens. It feels like a methodical unraveling of complex systems, balancing moments of dry humor with a simmering tension. The experience is both intellectually engaging and subtly thrilling, perfect for those who appreciate a smart, character-focused critique.

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