Koreeda Hirokazu’s “Monster” and the Search for the Truth

Monster won the Prize for Best Screenplay at the Cannes Film Festival. Director Koreeda Hirokazu accepted the prize on behalf of screenwriter Sakamoto Yūji, who had already returned to Japan. (© 2023 Kaibutsu Production Committee)

(© 2023 Kaibutsu Production Committee)

Rumors swirl around Mr. Hori (Nagayama Eita), the teacher in charge of Minato’s class at school (© 2023 Kaibutsu Production Committee)

Minato (right, Kurokawa Sōya) and his classmate Yori (Hiiragi Hinata). (© 2023 Kaibutsu Production Committee)