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‘Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo’ Review: Takashi Miike Can’t Elevate an Uneven Entry Into an Unlikely Franchise
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· September 15, 2026
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Key points The review discusses the work of director Takashi Miike. A film titled 'Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo' has been reviewed.
A film titled 'Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo ' has been reviewed. The review discusses the work of director Takashi Miike.
The review is available from IndieWire, which has published an assessment of the film.
Further details about the review and the film can be found in the full article on IndieWire, including the reviewer's thoughts on the director's ability to elevate the movie.
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