Violent Cop
A detective breaks all rules of ethical conduct while investigating a colleague’s involvement in drug pushing and yakuza activities.
Release Year
1989
Runtime
103 min
Audience Score
7.2
Genres
Crime, Thriller, Action, Drama
Story Snapshot
A detective breaks all rules of ethical conduct while investigating a colleague’s involvement in drug pushing and yakuza activities.
Why This Page Helps
Violent Cop is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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What tone does Violent Cop have?
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How complex is Violent Cop?
Violent Cop lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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