The 1995 film is a stylish action thriller directed by Christophe Gans in his directorial debut. Based on the popular manga by Kazuo Koike and Ryoichi Ikegami, the film is known for its "balletic" violence, slow-motion sequences, and faithful adaptation of its source material. Core Story

After a beautiful artist named Emu O'Hara (Julie Condra) witnesses him murdering a Mafia boss, Yo is ordered to kill her. Instead, he falls in love with her and becomes her protector, leading to a brutal war with a Yakuza clan seeking vengeance for their fallen leader. Key Production Facts Crying Freeman (1995) - IMDb

Yo is known as "Freeman" because he reflexively sheds tears of regret after every kill.