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"Death Note: Light Up the New World" (, Desu Nōto: Light Up the New World) is a 2016 Japanese mystery thriller film directed by Shusuke Kaneko. It is the third live-action film in the Death Note franchise, based on the popular manga series by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata.
The story takes place 10 years after the events of the second film, "Death Note 2: The Last Name". The story follows a new protagonist, Ryūzaki (played by Masahiro Higashide), a young detective who is tasked with solving a series of mysterious deaths that are linked to a new Death Note.
The film introduces a new cast of characters, including a group of high school students who discover the Death Note and use it to exact revenge on those they deem worthy. The students, led by a charismatic leader named Tōma (played by Masaki Suda), become known as the "Shinigami" (Death Gods) and begin to use the Death Note to kill those they believe are evil.
As Ryūzaki delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers that the Death Note is not the only one in existence, and that there are others who are also using it to kill. The film's climax features an epic battle between Ryūzaki and the Shinigami, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance.
"Death Note: Light Up the New World" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its unique take on the Death Note franchise and others criticizing its convoluted plot and lack of character development. Despite this, the film was a commercial success in Japan and has gained a cult following worldwide.
Overall, "Death Note: Light Up the New World" is a thrilling and suspenseful film that offers a fresh take on the Death Note franchise. If you're a fan of the series or enjoy mystery thrillers, you may want to check it out!