The Attorney Is the Devil (2019)

Other name: 悪魔の弁護人〜贖罪の素濟他奏鳴曲 (ソナタ)〜, 悪魔の弁護人〜贖罪の素濟他奏鳴曲（ソナタ）〜, Akuma no Bengoshi, Akuma no Bengoshi, Akuma no Bengonin, The Devil's Attorney, The Devil's Defense Council, Sonata of Atonement - The Lawyer in Hell

Description:

"The Attorney Is the Devil" plunges into the world of Mikoshiba Reiji, an attorney infamous for his unscrupulous methods and unyielding pursuit of victory. His formidable reputation makes him a force in the courtroom, where winning is paramount, regardless of moral implications. When Kusakabe Yoko begins her role as a clerk in his office, she quickly learns the cutthroat nature of his practice. However, an accidental discovery unearths a shocking truth: Mikoshiba committed a heinous crime as a boy. This revelation shatters Yoko's perception, igniting a profound exploration into the true meaning of justice and the possibility of atonement for past transgressions. The film navigates the complex moral landscape, challenging viewers to ponder redemption and the integrity of a system where even a "devil" may seek salvation.

Producer: Tokai TV

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Hidden Identity; Investigation; Law; Miniseries; Murder; Mystery; Novel