Saru Lock: The Movie

Saru is a skilled locksmith who can open any lock but struggles with romantic interactions. His life changes when a woman named Mayumi asks for his help opening a safe containing stolen money. Unaware of the situation, Saru takes the briefcase and accompanies Mayumi, leading to a series of confrontations and pursuits involving both the police and yakuza gangsters.

Directed by Tetsu Maeda, this 2010 Japanese production was the first of five films he directed. The screenplay was written by Takashi Hasegawa. The movie features a cast including Hayato Ichihara as Yataro Sarumaru, Manami Higa as Mayumi Shinozaki, Manami Konishi as Eiko Mizuki, Sousuke Takaoka as Jiro Yamada, Sei Ashina as Ritsuko Mizuhara, and Gota Watabe as Yamamoto.

The film blends action, comedy, drama, and romance over a runtime of 112 minutes. It received a moderate reception from viewers, earning a 5.5 rating on IMDb based on 44 votes and a 6.3 rating on TMDB from 12 votes.