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Wasabi

2001 · 94 min · Director: Gérard Krawczyk

Wasabi (2001) is an action drama, directed by Gérard Krawczyk. It stars Jean Reno and Hirosue Ryoko. The 94-minute film holds an audience score of 6.7/10.

What Wasabi Is About

Gérard Krawczyk's 2001 film follows a French policeman known for his hard methods. The death of a former partner calls him to Japan. There he learns he has a daughter. The film joins action to a father and daughter comedy; the narrative makes cultural difference a source of jokes. Luc Besson wrote the screenplay. Jean Reno leads. It was shot in Tokyo. Who it's for: those who like light action comedy. Who it's not for: viewers uncomfortable with Japan drawn in clichés; the film reaches for them often.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wasabi about?

Gérard Krawczyk's 2001 film follows a French policeman known for his hard methods. The death of a former partner calls him to Japan.

Where can I watch Wasabi?

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How long is Wasabi?

Wasabi runs for 94 minutes (1h 34m).

When did Wasabi come out?

Wasabi was released in 2001.

Who directed Wasabi?

Wasabi was directed by Gérard Krawczyk.

Who stars in Wasabi?

Wasabi stars Jean Reno, Hirosue Ryoko, Michel Muller, Carole Bouquet.

What is Wasabi's rating?

Wasabi holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 65 out of 100.

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