

The True Story of the Element
1983, Japanese. Directed by Kan Mukai.
Pink film by Kan Mukai, based on the Sanwa Bank fraud case of 1981.
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
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- Released
- 1 February 1983
- Original title
- 実録ザ・素子
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Yutaka Sō
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What The True Story of the Element is based on
The True Story of the Element is based on a true story.
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The True Story of the Element: quick answers
Is The True Story of the Element worth watching?
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How long is The True Story of the Element?
The True Story of the Element runs 71 minutes (1h 11m).
Does The True Story of the Element have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The True Story of the Element. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The True Story of the Element parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The True Story of the Element yet.
Which OTT platform is The True Story of the Element on?
The True Story of the Element isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 1983. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The True Story of the Element?
If you liked The True Story of the Element, try Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, One Million Yen Girl, Barbie: Star Light Adventure.
Who directed The True Story of the Element?
The True Story of the Element (1983) was directed by Kan Mukai and stars Kyoko Aoyama, Madoka Mizuki, Hiroshi Yajima.
What is The True Story of the Element based on?
The True Story of the Element is based on a true story.