Akunin (Villain) (2010)

Other name: 悪人, Akunin

Description:

In the haunting drama Akunin (Villain), Yuichi Shimizu, a lonely civil employee from Nagasaki who cares for his grandparents, finds his life forever changed after a tragic encounter. After meeting Yoshino Ishibashi, an insurance saleswoman from Fukuoka, through an online dating site, Yuichi murders her in a moment of tragedy. While a wealthy student named Keigo Masuo becomes the prime suspect, Yuichi hides in fear. Soon, Yuichi connects with Mitsuyo Magome, a lonely clothing store worker from Saga whom he previously met online. Desperate for connection, Mitsuyo reaches out, and the two lonely souls fall deeply in love. Even after discovering Yuichi is a wanted criminal, Mitsuyo convinces him to flee with her instead of surrendering. As they embark on a desperate run, their choice places an agonizing burden on their families and the grieving relatives of the victim. This powerful film explores love, guilt, and the thin line between innocence and crime.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2010

Genre:Crime; Drama; Thriller; Tragedy