The Brain Man (Japan, 2013)

In a small town in Japan, a series of seemingly random explosion cases occur. Ichiro Suzuki knowns as "Brain Man" is fingered as an accomplice. He has outstanding memory and high intelligence, but doesn't seem to have human emotions. Neurosurgeon Mariko, who has her own personal trauma, believes that human nature is fundamentally good and tries to save criminals. She then becomes interested in Brain Man and works to uncover the truth.

The Brain Man is, hands down, one of the best thrillers in a long time. The suspense and the psychological games are all there, and it doesn't waste any time on unnecessary characters. It's exciting from the first frame to the last, and will without a doubt gain your full attention. Other directors should take note, this is how you make a compelling, nail-bitingly tight murder mystery.

Genre: Mystery/Thriller