The Top Secret: Murder in Mind (2016)

Introduction
"The Top Secret: Murder in Mind" is a sci-fi thriller film directed by Keishi Ohtomo, launched in 2016. It's based on the manga series 'Himitsu-- Toppu Shiikuretto' by Reiko Shimizu. The movie concentrates on making use of neurological technology to explore the minds of the dead and decipher their last thoughts and stories. The key characters are Dr. Tsuyoshi Maki and investigator Ikkou Aoki.

Plot
The story begins in the year 2029, where the Japan Ministry of Welfare's Public Health Division has established a system that permits doctors to access the memories of the deceased. Dr. Tsuyoshi Maki (Tori Matsuzaka) is the dazzling yet eccentric researcher behind this advanced innovation. The main storyline follows the investigation into a six-year-old murder case involving a violent rapist and killer, fixated browsing the killer's memories to reveal the fact.

Turning Point
The impactful segment in the plot comes when the prime suspect in the murder case does not recall his criminal offense and pleads innocence. The suspect's memories only include confusion to the case, causing more questions than answers. This raises ethical and moral concerns for Dr. Maki and his team, triggering disputes about memory adjustment, betrayal, and the invasiveness of the innovation.

The Crisis
Further into the examination, Detective Aoki (Chiaki Kuriyama) discovers unsettling secrets about Dr. Maki himself. The realization that this technology was utilized in an unethically manipulative manner tosses a wrench in their operations. Aoki believes that Dr. Maki has dedicated a severe violation of human rights by interfering with the memories of clients while they're still alive.

Climax and Conclusion
As the story drifts towards a climax, the movie illustrates the internal battle within Aoki about her obligation as an enforcer of the law while keeping the loyalty of her close partner, Dr. Maki. Both characters are pushed to their limits and required to reconcile their determination for justice with their ethical principles.

In the end, Dr. Maki's deceptiveness is revealed, and he takes drastic steps to deal with the effects of his actions. In contrast to how sci-fi movies normally resolve, Dr. Maki's penalty is not credited to a higher governing body however rather self-inflicted due to regret.

Impact and Themes
"The Top Secret: Murder in Mind" includes not just secret and suspense, but philosophically looks into the ethical implications of neuroscience developments. The motion picture grapples with themes like memory adjustment and the cost of fact as it checks out the possible future of law enforcement and medical tools. It's more than a criminal offense thriller; it's a thoughtful expedition of mankind's inevitable pursuit of power and understanding, bringing viewers to question the level to which innovation should be employed for justice.

In conclusion, "The Top Secret: Murder in Mind" provides audiences with a compelling combination of suspense and thought-provoking dialogues around science, technology, and ethics. The thoroughly designed plot and layered characters contribute to its appeal as a must-watch cinematic gem.

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