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Jam 2018

★ 6.57 votes104 min📅 2018-12-01

SABU's *Jam (2018)* weaves together a darkly comic and suspenseful tale where fate pulls three very different men into an unexpected collision course.

Director: SABU

Cast

Sho Aoyagi
Sho Aoyagi
Hiroshi
Keita Machida
Keita Machida
Takeru
Nobuyuki Suzuki
Nobuyuki Suzuki
Tetsuo
Masayasu Yagi
Masayasu Yagi
Kaneshiro
Hayato Onozuka
Hayato Onozuka
Takiguchi
Kanta Sato
Kanta Sato
Leslie
Mariko Tsutsui
Mariko Tsutsui
Masako
Shintaro Akiyama
Takashi
Yuta Ozawa
Yuta Ozawa
Sera
SWAY
SWAY
Takashi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jam (2018) about?

*Jam (2018)* follows three men whose lives suddenly intersect in unexpected ways. Hiroshi, a sentimental ballad singer worshipped by middle-aged fans, Takeru, a man clinging to hope that good deeds might heal his comatose girlfriend, and Tetsuo, a vengeful ex-con hunted by the yakuza—all find their fates tangled in a high-stakes showdown they never saw coming.

Who directed Jam?

Jam (2018) was directed by SABU, known for his quirky, offbeat style blending crime, comedy, and thriller elements with sharp social commentary.

Who stars in Jam?

The film stars Sho Aoyagi, Keita Machida, and Nobuyuki Suzuki as the three lead characters, with Masayasu Yagi, Hayato Onozuka, and Kanta Sato rounding out the ensemble.

Is Jam (2018) worth watching?

If you enjoy offbeat crime-comedy-thrillers with a mix of dark humor and suspense, *Jam (2018)* is absolutely worth your time. While it hasn't secured a major rating, SABU's direction and the film's unpredictable plot make it a compelling watch for fans of unconventional storytelling.

How long is Jam?

Jam (2018) runs for 104 minutes.

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About Jam (2018) — A Wild Ride of Crime, Comedy, and Fate Collides

SABU's *Jam (2018)* weaves together a darkly comic and suspenseful tale where fate pulls three very different men into an unexpected collision course. Hiroshi, a middle-aged ballad singer adored by his fervent female fans, Takeru, a hopeful romantic who believes kindness can spark miracles for his comatose girlfriend, and Tetsuo, a vengeful ex-con with yakuza blood on his hands—each man's path is dictated by circumstance and desperation. As their stories entwine, the film builds toward a tense, unpredictable climax that blends crime, comedy, and thriller elements into a singular, unpredictable ride.

Set against the gritty backdrop of urban Japan, *Jam (2018)* explores themes of redemption, karma, and the absurd lengths people go to change their destinies. With snappy dialogue, deadpan humor, and an undercurrent of tension, SABU crafts a narrative that's as much about the chaos of life as it is about the people caught in its whirlwind. The result is a film that keeps you guessing—equal parts hilarious and haunting, with a rhythm all its own.