
Villain
6.8/10
Rating
139 min
Runtime
2010
Release Year
Sang-il Lee
Director
Cast
Eri Fukatsu, Satoshi Tsumabuki, Masaki Okada, Hikari Mitsushima, Sansei Shiomi
Quick Synopsis
Shimizu Yuichi is a shy and isolated day laborer who longs for connection. He spends his time reaching out to women through telephone dating services and meeting strangers who are often seeking money. His life takes a dark turn when he becomes involved in the murder of Ishibashi Yoshino, a kind-faced woman he had previously met. Yoshino, hurt after being rejected by the playboy Masuo Keijo, confronts and mocks Yuichi, who is already struggling with loneliness and social difficulties.
Detailed Synopsis of Villain
Shimizu Yuichi is a shy and lonely day laborer looking for love. He aimlessly spends time corresponding with girls via telephone dating services and going on random encounters with girls looking for spending cash. His world is shattered one day when he is involved in the murder of one of his former encounters, the sweet-faced Ishibashi Yoshino who, after being jilted by playboy Masuo Keijo, berates and mocks the troubled loner.



