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Death Note: L Change the WorLd

Name: Death Note: L Change the WorLd
Director: Hideo Nakata
Genre: Fantasy, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction, Mystery
Released: 2008-01-01
Duration: 128 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Kenichi Matsuyama, Mayuko Fukuda, Shingo Tsurumi, Youki Kudoh, Sei Hiraizumi

2008Dir. Hideo Nakata2h 8m

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Runtime2h 8m

Released2008

Box office$30.2M

DirectorHideo Nakata

About This Movie

So, 'Death Note: L Change the WorLd' is a curious extension of the Death Note saga. Directed by Hideo Nakata, it dives deep into L's psyche, showcasing his brilliance but also his vulnerabilities. The atmosphere is quite tense, with a constant sense of urgency since L has only 23 days to solve a new case without his usual support. The pacing feels different from the main series, leaning more into action and thriller territory while still keeping that layer of mystery. The practical effects are decent for 2008, adding a gritty feel to some scenes. It’s interesting to see L take center stage, and the performances, especially by Kenichi Matsuyama, give you a glimpse of the character's complexity, wrestling with his own limitations.

Released in Japan on February 9, 2008.Runs for about 113 minutes.Features Kenichi Matsuyama reprising his role as L.Utilizes a mix of practical effects and CGI for an intense atmosphere.