Lesson in Murder (2022)

Other name: 死刑にいたる病, Shikei ni Itaru Yamai, Illness Leading to Death Penalty, Sickness That Leads To The Death Penalty

Description:

Lesson in Murder dives into a gripping psychological mystery. Masaya, a disillusioned university student, receives an unsettling letter that shatters his gloomy routine. The sender is Haimura, a notorious serial killer awaiting the death penalty for nine horrific murders. Years ago, Haimura operated a bakery where Masaya was a regular customer. In his shocking confession, Haimura admits to committing eight of the murders but adamantly denies the ninth. This startling claim ignites a dormant curiosity in Masaya, pushing him to re-examine the past. Despite the danger, Masaya begins his own investigation into the final murder case attributed to Haimura. As he unravels layers of deceit and disturbing clues, Masaya finds himself drawn into a labyrinth of truth and lies, questioning the very nature of justice and the identity of the real killer. This intense thriller explores the dark bond between a student and a convicted murderer.

Director: Shiraishi Kazuya [白石和彌]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2022

Genre:Drama; Investigation; Murder; Mystery; Novel; Serial Killer